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Energy Performance Certificate

18 Highfields, Cubert

TR8 5GA

Newquay

Current

B

86

Potential

A

117

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in Newquay, TR8 5GA. The property offers 93m² (1001 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (86/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (117/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £679, comprising £299 for heating, £245 for hot water, and £135 for lighting. The property produces 1.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2024 for £899,221.

How Does 18 Highfields, Cubert Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 86/100, this Newquay property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £679 are approximately £1121 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 93m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.1 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the TR8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property86
Average60
+43% better
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vs Newquay

This property86
Average78
+10% better
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vs TR8

This property86
Average59
+46% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 86/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £271/year more than the Newquay average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
Potential
B81-91
Current
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

B(86 points)

Potential Rating

A(117 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Jan 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

18 Highfields, Cubert

TR8 5GA

Newquay

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

2023

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Floor Area

93.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

86 / 100

Potential: 117

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CO₂ Emissions

1.1 tonnes/year

12 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

72 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Jan 2024

new dwelling

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About Newquay

Newquay is situated in Cornwall, South West. Properties in Newquay have an average EPC rating of C (score 78/100). The TR8 postcode district contains over 5700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£899,221

14 February 2024

Type: O

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£299.0/yr

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Hot Water

£245.0/yr

Save £98/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£135.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.29 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.10 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Cubert School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayTR8 5HE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Goonhavern Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayTR4 9QD

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St Newlyn East Learning Academy

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayTR8 5ND

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Trenance Learning Academy

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayTR7 2LU

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Outstanding

The Bishops CofE Learning Academy

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayTR7 2SR

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Newquay Junior Academy

Primary
📍3 miles awayTR7 2NL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Perranporth Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayTR6 0EU

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Newquay Tretherras

Secondary
📍3.6 miles awayTR7 3BH

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.

Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.

Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.

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Area Safety

Very Low Crime4 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Criminal damage

2 incidents (50%)

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violent crime

2 incidents (50%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.

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