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Energy Performance Certificate

2, Browning Drive

PL31 1PW

BODMIN

Current

C

75

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in BODMIN, PL31 1PW. The property offers 163m² (1755 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £891, comprising £662 for heating, £133 for hot water, and £96 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2019 for £312,500, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 2, Browning Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this BODMIN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £891 are approximately £909 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 163m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PL31 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs BODMIN

This property75
Average57
+32% better
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vs PL31

This property75
Average63
+19% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £42/year more than the BODMIN 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(75 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 Jul 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

2, Browning Drive

PL31 1PW

BODMIN

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

163.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

4.1 tonnes/year

25 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

138 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Jul 2019

marketed sale

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About BODMIN

BODMIN is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in BODMIN have an average EPC rating of D (score 57/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The PL31 postcode district contains over 6300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£312,500

16 December 2019

Type: Detached

+£132,500(+73.6%)

vs previous sale

£180,000

13 April 2016

Type: Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 73.6% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

£662.0/yr

Save £78/yr

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Hot Water

£133.0/yr

Save £49/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£96.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation

Very 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

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (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

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bodmin

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPL31 1LW

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Beacon ACE Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPL31 1JQ

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Berrycoombe School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPL31 2PH

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

St Petroc's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPL31 1DS

Last inspected: Dec 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Bodmin College

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayPL31 1DD

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Nanstallon Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayPL30 5JZ

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Lanivet Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayPL30 5HE

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Cardinham School

Primary
📍4.2 miles awayPL30 4BN

Last inspected: Sept 2022

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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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.

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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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