Energy Performance Certificate
6, Sarum Close
PL3 5SH
PLYMOUTH
Current
D
57
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in PLYMOUTH, PL3 5SH. The property offers 98m² (1055 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1153, comprising £805 for heating, £217 for hot water, and £131 for lighting. The property produces 6.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2018 for £240,000.
How Does 6, Sarum Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this PLYMOUTH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1153 are approximately £647 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 98m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PL3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PLYMOUTH
vs PL3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £507/year more than the PLYMOUTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 5 Jun 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
6, Sarum Close
PL3 5SH
PLYMOUTH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
98.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
57 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
6.6 tonnes/year
67 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
398 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Jun 2017
marketed sale
About PLYMOUTH
PLYMOUTH is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in PLYMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The PL3 postcode district contains over 10200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£240,000
20 April 2018
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Warm air, Electricaire
£805/yr
Save £144/yr
Hot Water
£217/yr
Save £59/yr
Lighting
9.0% low energy
£131/yr
Save £62/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Warm air, Electricaire
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 9% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Eggbuckland Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Compton CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2021
Eggbuckland Vale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Widey Court Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
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PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
St Boniface's RC College
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Edward's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Austin Farm Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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.
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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.