Energy Performance Certificate
229, Mount Gould Road
PL4 7QA
PLYMOUTH
Current
D
65
Potential
D
65
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in PLYMOUTH, PL4 7QA. The property offers 71.99m² (775 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £755, comprising £621 for heating, £95 for hot water, and £39 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2018 for £146,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 229, Mount Gould Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this PLYMOUTH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £755 are approximately £1045 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.6 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 PL4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PLYMOUTH
vs PL4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £109/year more than the PLYMOUTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 4 Mar 2011
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Property Information
Full Address
229, Mount Gould Road
PL4 7QA
PLYMOUTH
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
71.99 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
65 / 100
Potential: 65
CO₂ Emissions
3.6 tonnes/year
50 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
301 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Mar 2011
marketed sale
About PLYMOUTH
PLYMOUTH is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in PLYMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The PL4 postcode district contains over 14800 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the PLYMOUTH area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£146,000
29 November 2018
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£140,000
25 June 2018
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 4.3% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£621/yr
Hot Water
£95/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£39/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Lipson Co-operative Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Lipson Vale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Laira Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Prince Rock Primary School
PrimaryHigh View School
PrimarySalisbury Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Morley Meadow Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
155 incidents (44%)
Anti-social behaviour
40 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
36 incidents (10%)
Theft
22 incidents (6%)
Shoplifting
21 incidents (6%)
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.
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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.