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Energy Performance Certificate

1a, Kings Road

TR2 5DH

Truro

Current

C

76

Potential

A

105

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in Truro, TR2 5DH. The property offers 15m² (161 sq ft) of compact living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (105/100). Estimated annual energy costs are £635, comprising £311 for heating, £286 for hot water, and £38 for lighting. The property produces 0.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 1a Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this Truro property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £635 are approximately £1165 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 15m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.9 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 TR2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs Truro

This property76
Average73
+4% better
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vs TR2

This property76
Average52
+46% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £21/year more than the Truro average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(76 points)

Potential Rating

A(105 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 May 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

1a

Kings Road

St Mawes

TR2 5DH

Truro

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Property Type

Bungalow

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

2023

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Floor Area

15.0

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

76 / 100

Potential: 105

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CO₂ Emissions

0.9 tonnes/year

59 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

348 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 May 2023

new dwelling

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About Truro

Truro is situated in Cornwall, South West. Properties in Truro have an average EPC rating of C (score 73/100). Heating costs are £303 below the Truro average, offering good value. The TR2 postcode district contains over 4400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£311.0/yr

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Hot Water

£286.0/yr

Save £176/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£38.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K

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

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

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

St Mawes Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayTR2 5BP

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Gerrans School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayTR2 5ED

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Flushing School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayTR11 5TX

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

King Charles Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayTR11 4EP

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Falmouth Primary Academy

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayTR11 2BB

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Marlborough School

Primary
📍3 miles awayTR11 4HU

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Mylor Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayTR11 5SE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Falmouth

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayTR11 4PW

Last inspected: Feb 2023

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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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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 Crime1 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

1 incidents (100%)

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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