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Energy Performance Certificate

18 Kea Way

TR13 8XE

Helston

Current

B

90

Potential

B

91

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in Helston, TR13 8XE. The property offers 93m² (1001 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (90/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 £511, comprising £192 for heating, £262 for hot water, and £57 for lighting. The property produces 0.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 18 Kea Way Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 90/100, this Helston property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £511 are approximately £1289 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 93m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.1 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 TR13 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property90
Average60
+50% better
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vs Helston

This property90
Average75
+20% better
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vs TR13

This property90
Average55
+64% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 90/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £31/year less than the Helston average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(90 points)

Potential Rating

B(91 points)

Based on assessment dated 23 Jun 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

18 Kea Way

TR13 8XE

Helston

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

2025

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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

90 / 100

Potential: 91

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CO₂ Emissions

0.1 tonnes/year

1 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

19 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Jun 2025

new dwelling

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About Helston

Helston is situated in Cornwall, South West. Properties in Helston have an average EPC rating of C (score 75/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £350 below the Helston average, offering good value. The TR13 postcode district contains over 7600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£192.0/yr

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Hot Water

£262.0/yr

Save £82/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£57.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.21 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.08 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Average

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayTR13 8AR

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Nansloe Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayTR13 8JF

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Parc Eglos School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTR13 8UP
?Not yet rated

Helston Community College

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayTR13 8NR

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Boskenwyn Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayTR13 0NG

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Trannack Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayTR13 0DQ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Porthleven School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayTR13 9BX

Last inspected: Jul 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Wendron Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayTR13 0PX
?Not yet rated

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

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 69 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:69 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:18 Mbps
Maximum:100 Mbps

Available Providers

BTVirgin MediaSkyTalkTalkEE

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

Moderate63 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

32 incidents (51%)

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Criminal damage

9 incidents (14%)

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Anti-social behaviour

6 incidents (10%)

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Shoplifting

6 incidents (10%)

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Theft

5 incidents (8%)

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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