Energy Performance Certificate
39, East Road, Quintrell Downs
TR8 4LQ
NEWQUAY
Current
F
33
Potential
C
77
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£2,370
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,018
potential per year
This property costs approximately £570 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,352 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in NEWQUAY, TR8 4LQ. The property offers 150m² (1615 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (33/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). 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 £2370, comprising £1992 for heating, £252 for hot water, and £126 for lighting. The property produces 9.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2016 for £322,500.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 10 Feb 2016
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
48.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 48% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
39, East Road
Quintrell Downs
TR8 4LQ
NEWQUAY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
150.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
9.7 tonnes/year
65 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
370 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in NEWQUAY
NEWQUAY properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (TR8) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
£1992 /yr
Save £1167/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£252 /yr
Save £148/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
48.0% low energy
£126 /yr
Save £37/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.
£322,500
D
May 2016
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Nansledan School
PrimarySt Columb Minor Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Treviglas Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Newquay Primary Academy
PrimaryNewquay Tretherras
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
The Bishops CofE Learning Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Newquay Junior Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Trenance Learning Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 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: 165 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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