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Energy Performance Certificate

22, St. Martins Avenue

PL3 4QS

PLYMOUTH

Current

D

62

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in PLYMOUTH, PL3 4QS. The property offers 104m² (1119 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £980, comprising £780 for heating, £123 for hot water, and £77 for lighting. The property produces 4.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 22, St. Martins Avenue Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this PLYMOUTH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £980 are approximately £820 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 104m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PL3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs PLYMOUTH

This property62
Average63
-2% below
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vs PL3

This property62
Average58
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £334/year more than the PLYMOUTH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 3 Mar 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

22, St. Martins Avenue

PL3 4QS

PLYMOUTH

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

104.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

4.6 tonnes/year

44 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

248 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

3 Mar 2020

marketed sale

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About PLYMOUTH

PLYMOUTH is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in PLYMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The PL3 postcode district contains over 10200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£780.0/yr

Save £282/yr

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Hot Water

£123.0/yr

Save £51/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£77.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, 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

Devonport High School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayPL2 3DL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Pennycross Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPL2 3RL

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Montpelier Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPL2 3HN

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Manadon Vale Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPL5 3DL

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Hyde Park Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPL3 4RH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Hyde Park Infants' School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPL3 4RS
?Not yet rated

All Saints Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayPL5 3NE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Boniface's RC College

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayPL5 3AG

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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