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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

52a Neath Road

PL4 8TG

PLYMOUTH

Current

F

35

Potential

C

75

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,945

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£938

potential per year

This property costs approximately £145 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,007 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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🏠 ECO4 Scheme

Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £1,007 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
32,500
Property Value Boost
Investment
£16,000
Payback
~7 yrs
Current Costs
£1,945/yr
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£23,230 over 10 years

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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

Save £916/yrPayback: ~4 years+5 EPC points
£3,500
Cost
2
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
3
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £1007/yrPayback: ~3 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
4
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
Cost

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced flat is located in PLYMOUTH, PL4 8TG. The property offers 44m² (474 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (35/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). 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 £1945, comprising £1443 for heating, £471 for hot water, and £31 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(35 points)

Achievable Rating

C(75 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Sept 2025

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Granite or whin, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

(another dwelling above)

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy — Excellent lighting efficiency

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

52a Neath Road

PL4 8TG

PLYMOUTH

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

44.0

2.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

1.0 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

242 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in PLYMOUTH

PLYMOUTH properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (PL4) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£1443 /yr

Save £916/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£471 /yr

Save £96/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy

£31 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Salisbury Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayPL4 8QZ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Lipson Vale Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayPL4 7HW

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Lipson Co-operative Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayPL4 7PG

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Prince Rock Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayPL4 9JF
?Not yet rated

Laira Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPL3 6BP

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPL4 9BE

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Mount Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayPL4 8NZ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Plymouth High School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayPL4 6HT
?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: 496 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:496 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:198 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 Crime572 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
📊

violent crime

253 incidents (44%)

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Anti-social behaviour

75 incidents (13%)

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Criminal damage

53 incidents (9%)

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Shoplifting

48 incidents (8%)

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Public order

37 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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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