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6, Velwell Road

EX4 4LE

EXETER

Current

B

81

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in EXETER, EX4 4LE. The property offers 207m² (2228 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1190, comprising £942 for heating, £139 for hot water, and £109 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2018 for £520,000.

How Does 6, Velwell Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this EXETER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1190 are approximately £610 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 207m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.5 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 EX4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property81
Average60
+35% better
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vs EXETER

This property81
Average65
+25% better
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vs EX4

This property81
Average61
+33% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £539/year more than the EXETER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(81 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

Based on assessment dated 23 Jan 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

6, Velwell Road

EX4 4LE

EXETER

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

207.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

81 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

2.5 tonnes/year

12 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

72 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Jan 2020

RHI application

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About EXETER

EXETER is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in EXETER have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £291 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The EX4 postcode district contains over 18700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£520,000

21 December 2018

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£942/yr

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Hot Water

£139/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£109/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (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

St David's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayEX4 4EE

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayEX4 6PG
?Not yet rated

Newtown Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayEX1 2BP
?Not yet rated

St Gabriel's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayEX4 2BY

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Montgomery Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayEX4 1BS

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Exwick Heights Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayEX4 2FB

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Thomas Hall School

All-through
📍1 miles awayEX4 5AD
?Not yet rated

St Thomas Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayEX2 9BB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

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: 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 Crime606 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

201 incidents (33%)

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Shoplifting

113 incidents (19%)

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Anti-social behaviour

109 incidents (18%)

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Criminal damage

38 incidents (6%)

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Theft

34 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. 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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