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Energy Performance Certificate

24 Tolver Road

TR18 2AQ

PENZANCE

Current

D

59

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in PENZANCE, TR18 2AQ. The property offers 170m² (1830 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £2374, comprising £2062 for heating, £225 for hot water, and £87 for lighting. The property produces 5.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2017 for £246,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 24 Tolver Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this PENZANCE property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2374 annually are £574 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 170m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the TR18 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs PENZANCE

This property59
Average52
+13% better
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vs TR18

This property59
Average55
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1453/year more than the PENZANCE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 1 Sept 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

24 Tolver Road

TR18 2AQ

PENZANCE

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

170.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

5.6 tonnes/year

33 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

203 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 Sept 2025

marketed sale

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About PENZANCE

PENZANCE is situated in Cornwall, South West. Properties in PENZANCE have an average EPC rating of E (score 52/100). Heating costs are £1141 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The TR18 postcode district contains over 8400 registered properties. Like many PENZANCE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£246,000

28 April 2017

Type: Terraced

+£41,000(+20.0%)

vs previous sale

£205,000

17 November 2015

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 20.0% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£2062.0/yr

Save £621/yr

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Hot Water

£225.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£87.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Granite or whin, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Average
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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Poor
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Floor

Solid

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Humphry Davy School

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayTR18 2TG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayTR18 2AT

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Pensans Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayTR20 8UH

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayTR18 4HP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Alverton Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTR18 4QD

Last inspected: Feb 2018

Good

Heamoor Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayTR18 3JZ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Mounts Bay Academy

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayTR18 3JT

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Gulval School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayTR18 3BJ

Last inspected: Nov 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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