Energy Performance Certificate
32, Howard Close
EX4 2LX
EXETER
Current
E
43
Potential
C
74
📅 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
£651
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£400
potential per year
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached flat is located in EXETER, EX4 2LX. The property offers 31.56m² (340 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property has an EPC rating of E (43/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £651, comprising £397 for heating, £220 for hot water, and £34 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2019 for £110,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 7 Feb 2011
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Single glazed
📦 Floor
(other premises below)
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
32, Howard Close
EX4 2LX
EXETER
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
31.56 m²
2.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
479 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in EXETER
EXETER 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
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£397 /yr
Save £200/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£220 /yr
Save £122/yr
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£34 /yr
Save £15/yr
💷 Sales History
Improving from E to C typically adds 3–5% per band to property value.
£110,000
F
Jul 2019
£97,000
F
Mar 2017
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Exwick Heights Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St Gabriel's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Thomas Hall School
All-throughSt David's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Montgomery Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Bowhill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery
PrimarySt Thomas Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
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: 466 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) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
57 incidents (43%)
Anti-social behaviour
24 incidents (18%)
Theft
12 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
8 incidents (6%)
Shoplifting
8 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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