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5, Lowertown Close, Landrake

PL12 5DG

SALTASH

Current

C

76

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in SALTASH, PL12 5DG. The property offers 56.16m² (605 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £457, comprising £328 for heating, £78 for hot water, and £51 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 5, Lowertown Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this SALTASH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £457 are approximately £1343 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 56.16m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PL12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs SALTASH

This property76
Average58
+31% better
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vs PL12

This property76
Average57
+33% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £391/year less than the SALTASH 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(76 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 29 Oct 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

5, Lowertown Close

Landrake

PL12 5DG

SALTASH

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

56.16

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

216 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Oct 2010

marketed sale

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About SALTASH

SALTASH is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in SALTASH have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £520 below the SALTASH average, offering good value. The PL12 postcode district contains over 7200 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

£328.0/yr

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Hot Water

£78.0/yr

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Lighting

22.0% low energy

£51.0/yr

Save £22/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 22% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Sir Robert Geffery's Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayPL12 5EA

Last inspected: Jun 2012

Outstanding

Burraton Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayPL12 4LT

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

St Germans Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayPL12 5NJ

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

St Stephens (Saltash) Community Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayPL12 4AQ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayPL12 6DX

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

St Mellion Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayPL12 6RG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Landulph School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayPL12 6ND

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Saltash Community School

Secondary
📍3.2 miles awayPL12 4AY

Last inspected: Dec 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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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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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