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Energy Performance Certificate

5 Prospect Place

TR18 2PS

PENZANCE

Current

C

78

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in PENZANCE, TR18 2PS. The property offers 46m² (495 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £442, comprising £265 for heating, £124 for hot water, and £53 for lighting. The property produces 1.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2025 for £117,500.

How Does 5 Prospect Place Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this PENZANCE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £442 are approximately £1358 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 46m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.1 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 TR18 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs PENZANCE

This property78
Average52
+50% better
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vs TR18

This property78
Average55
+42% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £479/year less 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(78 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Feb 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

5 Prospect Place

TR18 2PS

PENZANCE

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

46.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

1.1 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

133 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Feb 2025

marketed sale

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About PENZANCE

PENZANCE is situated in Cornwall, South West. Properties in PENZANCE have an average EPC rating of E (score 52/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £656 below the PENZANCE average, offering good value. The TR18 postcode district contains over 8400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£117,500

30 May 2025

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£265.0/yr

Save £28/yr

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Hot Water

£124.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£53.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Humphry Davy School

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayTR18 2TG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayTR18 2AT

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Pensans Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayTR20 8UH

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayTR18 4HP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Alverton Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTR18 4QD

Last inspected: Feb 2018

Good

Heamoor Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayTR18 3JZ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Mounts Bay Academy

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayTR18 3JT

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Gulval School

Primary
📍1 miles awayTR18 3BJ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

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: 489 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:489 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:195 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 Crime162 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

56 incidents (35%)

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Anti-social behaviour

24 incidents (15%)

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Shoplifting

21 incidents (13%)

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Criminal damage

17 incidents (10%)

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Public order

12 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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