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Energy Performance Certificate

5 Addison Road

PL4 8LL

PLYMOUTH

Current

C

73

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in PLYMOUTH, PL4 8LL. The property offers 466m² (5016 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 13 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £2311, comprising £1937 for heating, £139 for hot water, and £235 for lighting. The property produces 12.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does 5 Addison Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this PLYMOUTH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2311 annually are £511 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 466m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 12.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PL4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs PLYMOUTH

This property73
Average63
+16% better
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vs PL4

This property73
Average59
+24% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1665/year more than the PLYMOUTH 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(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 20 Apr 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

5 Addison Road

PL4 8LL

PLYMOUTH

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

466.0

13.0 total rooms

13.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

12.0 tonnes/year

26 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

149 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Apr 2022

rental

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About PLYMOUTH

PLYMOUTH is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in PLYMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £1291 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PL4 postcode district contains over 14800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1937.0/yr

Save £400/yr

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Hot Water

£139.0/yr

Save £8/yr

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Lighting

75.0% low energy

£235.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Granite or whinstone, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Some double glazing

Poor
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Floor

Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Mount Street Primary School

Primary
📍0 miles awayPL4 8NZ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Plymouth High School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayPL4 6HT
?Not yet rated

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayPL4 9BE

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Pilgrim Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPL1 5BQ
?Not yet rated

Salisbury Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPL4 8QZ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Hyde Park Infants' School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPL3 4RS
?Not yet rated

The Cathedral School of St Mary

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPL1 5HW

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Hyde Park Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPL3 4RH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

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

🚀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

Higher Crime1044 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

458 incidents (44%)

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Anti-social behaviour

159 incidents (15%)

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Shoplifting

95 incidents (9%)

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Criminal damage

80 incidents (8%)

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Public order

77 incidents (7%)

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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