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51a, Bear Street

EX32 7DB

BARNSTAPLE

Current

D

56

Potential

D

57

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BARNSTAPLE, EX32 7DB. The property offers 54.51m² (587 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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 solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £533, comprising £379 for heating, £101 for hot water, and £53 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 51a, Bear Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this BARNSTAPLE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £533 are approximately £1267 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 54.51m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the EX32 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property56
Average60
-7% below
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vs BARNSTAPLE

This property56
Average62
-10% below
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vs EX32

This property56
Average58
-3% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £184/year less than the BARNSTAPLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(56 points)

Potential Rating

D(57 points)

Based on assessment dated 8 Oct 2008

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Property Information

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Full Address

51a, Bear Street

EX32 7DB

BARNSTAPLE

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Property Type

Flat

Enclosed End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

54.51

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 57

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CO₂ Emissions

3.7 tonnes/year

69 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

513 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Oct 2008

not recorded

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About BARNSTAPLE

BARNSTAPLE is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in BARNSTAPLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £338 below the BARNSTAPLE average, offering good value. The EX32 postcode district contains over 8500 registered properties. Like many BARNSTAPLE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£379.0/yr

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Hot Water

£101.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£53.0/yr

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Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

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

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Yeo Valley Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayEX32 7HB

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Ashleigh CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayEX32 8LJ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Barnstaple

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayEX32 8DN

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Pilton Infants' Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayEX31 1JU
?Not yet rated

Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayEX31 1JU

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

Pilton Community College

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayEX31 1RB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Eden Park Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayEX32 8EF

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

The Park Community School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayEX32 9AX

Last inspected: Jan 2023

⚠️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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Area Safety

Higher Crime232 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

98 incidents (42%)

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Shoplifting

44 incidents (19%)

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Anti-social behaviour

30 incidents (13%)

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Criminal damage

17 incidents (7%)

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Public order

12 incidents (5%)

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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