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18, Summer Close

EX4 8BX

EXETER

Current

B

87

Potential

B

91

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in EXETER, EX4 8BX. The property offers 104m² (1119 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of B (87/100), 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. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £788, comprising £517 for heating, £206 for hot water, and £65 for lighting. The property produces 0.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 18, Summer Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 87/100, this EXETER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £788 are approximately £1012 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 104m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.8 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 EX4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property87
Average60
+45% better
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vs EXETER

This property87
Average65
+34% better
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vs EX4

This property87
Average61
+43% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 87/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £137/year more than the EXETER 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(87 points)

Potential Rating

B(91 points)

Based on assessment dated 22 Feb 2017

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Property Information

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Full Address

18, Summer Close

EX4 8BX

EXETER

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

104.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

87 / 100

Potential: 91

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CO₂ Emissions

0.8 tonnes/year

8 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

46 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Feb 2017

none of the above

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About EXETER

EXETER is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in EXETER have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The EX4 postcode district contains over 18700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the EXETER area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£517/yr

Save £114/yr

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Hot Water

£206/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£65/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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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

Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayEX1 3JP

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Whipton Barton Junior School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayEX1 3JP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Willowbrook School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayEX4 8NN

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St James School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayEX4 8NN

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

St Luke's Church of England School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayEX1 3RD
?Not yet rated

St Nicholas Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayEX1 3EG

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Monkerton Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayEX1 3WS

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayEX1 2SN

Last inspected: Jul 2015

Outstanding

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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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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