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3, Quintrell Close, Quintrell Downs

TR8 4QF

NEWQUAY

Current

D

66

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in NEWQUAY, TR8 4QF. The property offers 78m² (840 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). 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 property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £766, comprising £469 for heating, £186 for hot water, and £111 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2019 for £232,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 3, Quintrell Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this NEWQUAY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £766 are approximately £1034 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.3 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 TR8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs NEWQUAY

This property66
Average63
+5% better
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vs TR8

This property66
Average59
+12% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £126/year more than the NEWQUAY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(66 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 Sept 2017

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Property Information

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Full Address

3, Quintrell Close

Quintrell Downs

TR8 4QF

NEWQUAY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

78.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

4.3 tonnes/year

55 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

323 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Sept 2017

marketed sale

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About NEWQUAY

NEWQUAY is situated in Cornwall, South West. Properties in NEWQUAY have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The TR8 postcode district contains over 5700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£232,000

5 August 2019

Type: Detached

+£1,000(+0.4%)

vs previous sale

£231,000

29 June 2018

Type: Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 0.4% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£469.0/yr

Save £89/yr

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Hot Water

£186.0/yr

Save £91/yr

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Lighting

23.0% low energy

£111.0/yr

Save £48/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 23% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Nansledan School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayTR8 4FX
?Not yet rated

St Columb Minor Academy

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayTR7 3JF

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Treviglas Academy

Secondary
📍1.6 miles awayTR7 3JA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Newquay Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayTR7 2SL
?Not yet rated

Newquay Tretherras

Secondary
📍1.7 miles awayTR7 3BH

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

The Bishops CofE Learning Academy

Primary
📍2 miles awayTR7 2SR

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Newquay Junior Academy

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayTR7 2NL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Trenance Learning Academy

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayTR7 2LU

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Outstanding

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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