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Energy Performance Certificate

18a, Tristan Close

EX4 9BT

EXETER

Current

C

80

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in EXETER, EX4 9BT. The property offers 54.658m² (588 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £363, comprising £244 for heating, £71 for hot water, and £48 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 18a, Tristan Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this EXETER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £363 are approximately £1437 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 54.658m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.6 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 property80
Average60
+33% better
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vs EXETER

This property80
Average65
+23% better
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vs EX4

This property80
Average61
+31% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £288/year less than the EXETER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(80 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 15 May 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

18a, Tristan Close

EX4 9BT

EXETER

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

54.658

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

80 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

29 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

177 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

15 May 2009

rental (social)

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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. Heating costs are £407 below the EXETER average, offering good value. 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

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£244/yr

Save £19/yr

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Hot Water

£71/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£48/yr

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Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Partial double glazing

Poor
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St James School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayEX4 8NN

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

Willowbrook School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayEX4 8NN

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Stoke Hill Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayEX4 7DP

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayEX4 7DB

Last inspected: Jul 2015

Outstanding

Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayEX1 3JP

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Whipton Barton Junior School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayEX1 3JP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Ladysmith Junior School

Primary
📍1 miles awayEX1 2PT

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School

Primary
📍1 miles awayEX1 2PS

Last inspected: Feb 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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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