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Energy Performance Certificate

2A MAY STREET, EXETER

EX4 6LL

EXETER

Current

C

72

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in EXETER, EX4 6LL. The property offers 45m² (484 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), 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 £560, comprising £331 for heating, £160 for hot water, and £69 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2015 for £110,000.

How Does 2A MAY STREET Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this EXETER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £560 are approximately £1240 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 45m² 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 EX4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs EXETER

This property72
Average65
+11% better
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vs EX4

This property72
Average61
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £91/year less than the EXETER 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(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 28 Sept 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

2A MAY STREET

EXETER

EX4 6LL

EXETER

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

45.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

58 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

345 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

28 Sept 2020

rental

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About EXETER

EXETER is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in EXETER have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). Heating costs are £320 below the EXETER average, offering good value. The EX4 postcode district contains over 18700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£110,000

12 February 2015

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£331/yr

Save £68/yr

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Hot Water

£160/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£69/yr

Save £23/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

(another dwelling 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 50% of fixed outlets

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayEX4 6PG
?Not yet rated

Newtown Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayEX1 2BP
?Not yet rated

Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayEX4 7DB

Last inspected: Jul 2015

Outstanding

Ladysmith Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayEX1 2PT

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayEX1 2PS

Last inspected: Feb 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Stoke Hill Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayEX4 7DP

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayEX1 2SN

Last inspected: Jul 2015

Outstanding

St David's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayEX4 4EE

Last inspected: Feb 2019

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime546 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

201 incidents (37%)

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Anti-social behaviour

96 incidents (18%)

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Shoplifting

89 incidents (16%)

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Criminal damage

39 incidents (7%)

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Theft

25 incidents (5%)

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.

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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