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23, Barum Court, Litchdon Street

EX32 8QL

BARNSTAPLE

Current

C

75

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BARNSTAPLE, EX32 8QL. The property offers 58m² (624 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 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. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £450, comprising £223 for heating, £150 for hot water, and £77 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2020 for £142,000.

How Does 23, Barum Court Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this BARNSTAPLE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £450 are approximately £1350 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 58m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 EX32 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 BARNSTAPLE

This property75
Average62
+21% better
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vs EX32

This property75
Average58
+29% 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: £267/year less than the BARNSTAPLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(75 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 29 Aug 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

23, Barum Court

Litchdon Street

EX32 8QL

BARNSTAPLE

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Property Type

Flat

Enclosed End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

58.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

45 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

254 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Aug 2014

marketed sale

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About BARNSTAPLE

BARNSTAPLE is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in BARNSTAPLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £494 below the BARNSTAPLE average, offering good value. The EX32 postcode district contains over 8500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£142,000

31 July 2020

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£223.0/yr

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Hot Water

£150.0/yr

Save £17/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£77.0/yr

Save £31/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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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

Ashleigh CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayEX32 8LJ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Barnstaple

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayEX32 8DN

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

The Park Community School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayEX32 9AX

Last inspected: Jan 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Yeo Valley Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayEX32 7HB

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Newport Community School Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayEX32 9BW

Last inspected: Feb 2015

Outstanding

Eden Park Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayEX32 8EF

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Pilton Infants' Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayEX31 1JU
?Not yet rated

Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayEX31 1JU

Last inspected: Jan 2018

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.

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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