Energy Performance Certificate
23, Thornhill Way
PL3 5NP
PLYMOUTH
Current
E
51
Potential
C
72
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,840
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,247
potential per year
This property costs approximately £40 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £593 annually.
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C — saving up to £593/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in PLYMOUTH, PL3 5NP. The property offers 171m² (1841 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property has an EPC rating of E (51/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (72/100). 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. 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 £1840, comprising £1593 for heating, £95 for hot water, and £152 for lighting. The property produces 9.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2018 for £535,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 13 Feb 2018
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
32.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 32% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
23, Thornhill Way
PL3 5NP
PLYMOUTH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
171.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
9.1 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
299 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in PLYMOUTH
PLYMOUTH has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1593 /yr
Save £532/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£95 /yr
💡 Lighting
32.0% low energy
£152 /yr
Save £61/yr
💷 Sales History
Improving from E to C typically adds 3–5% per band to property value.
£535,000
D
Nov 2018
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Compton CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2021
Hyde Park Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Hyde Park Infants' School
PrimaryEggbuckland Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Manadon Vale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Devonport High School for Girls
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Plymouth High School for Girls
SecondaryEggbuckland Vale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
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
151 incidents (49%)
Anti-social behaviour
30 incidents (10%)
Criminal damage
28 incidents (9%)
Theft
26 incidents (8%)
Public order
19 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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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