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Energy Performance Certificate

39, Whitycombe Way

EX4 2NR

EXETER

Current

D

61

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in EXETER, EX4 2NR. The property offers 88m² (947 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 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 £935, comprising £622 for heating, £208 for hot water, and £105 for lighting. The property produces 5.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2025 for £247,500, with 3 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 39, Whitycombe Way Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this EXETER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £935 are approximately £865 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 88m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

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 property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs EXETER

This property61
Average65
-6% below
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vs EX4

This property61
Average61
At average

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £284/year more than the EXETER 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(61 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 15 Mar 2016

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Property Information

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Full Address

39, Whitycombe Way

EX4 2NR

EXETER

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

88.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

61 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

5.2 tonnes/year

58 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

346 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

15 Mar 2016

marketed sale

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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). The EX4 postcode district contains over 18700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£247,500

RECENT

18 August 2025

Type: Terraced

+£37,500(+17.9%)

vs previous sale

£210,000

18 September 2020

Type: Terraced

+£32,000(+18.0%)

vs previous sale

£178,000

29 July 2016

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 39.0% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£622/yr

Save £154/yr

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Hot Water

£208/yr

Save £111/yr

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Lighting

35.0% low energy

£105/yr

Save £41/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (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 35% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Exwick Heights Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayEX4 2FB

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Thomas Hall School

All-through
📍0.9 miles awayEX4 5AD
?Not yet rated

St Gabriel's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayEX4 2BY

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

St David's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayEX4 4EE

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Montgomery Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayEX4 1BS

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Bowhill Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayEX4 1JT

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

St Thomas Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayEX2 9BB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayEX4 6PG
?Not yet rated

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

Moderate71 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

37 incidents (52%)

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Anti-social behaviour

13 incidents (18%)

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Theft

6 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

5 incidents (7%)

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Shoplifting

4 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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