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Energy Performance Certificate

36 Wharfside Village, Wharf Road

TR18 2GA

Penzance

Current

C

72

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This maisonette is located in Penzance, TR18 2GA. The property offers 73m² (786 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. Estimated annual energy costs are £1342, comprising £898 for heating, £343 for hot water, and £101 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2024 for £255,000.

How Does 36 Wharfside Village Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this Penzance property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1342 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 2.4 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 TR18 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 Penzance

This property72
Average71
+1% better
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vs TR18

This property72
Average55
+31% 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: £709/year more than the Penzance 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(72 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 Sept 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

36 Wharfside Village

Wharf Road

TR18 2GA

Penzance

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Property Type

Maisonette

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Construction Age

2024

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Floor Area

73.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

33 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

197 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Sept 2024

new dwelling

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About Penzance

Penzance is situated in Cornwall, South West. Properties in Penzance have an average EPC rating of C (score 71/100). Heating costs are £265 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The TR18 postcode district contains over 8400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£255,000

4 July 2024

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, electric

£898.0/yr

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Hot Water

£343.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£101.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m-¦K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, electric

Average

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayTR18 2AT

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Humphry Davy School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayTR18 2TG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayTR18 4HP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Pensans Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTR20 8UH

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Alverton Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayTR18 4QD

Last inspected: Feb 2018

Good

Gulval School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayTR18 3BJ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Newlyn School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayTR18 5QA

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Heamoor Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayTR18 3JZ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 253 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:253 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:38 Mbps
Maximum:200 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime158 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

54 incidents (34%)

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Anti-social behaviour

23 incidents (15%)

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Shoplifting

22 incidents (14%)

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Criminal damage

16 incidents (10%)

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Public order

10 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. 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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