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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

7, Laburnum Row

PL17 7BN

CALLINGTON

Current

G

14

Potential

D

62

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,415

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,204

potential per year

This property costs approximately £615 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,211 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £1,211 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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GA
39,000
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£27,000
Payback
~8 yrs
Current Costs
£2,415/yr
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New A-Rated Boiler

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

Save £962/yrPayback: ~4 years+5 EPC points
£3,500
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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 £1211/yrPayback: ~3 years+10 EPC points
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£11,000
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£11,000
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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
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This terraced house is located in CALLINGTON, PL17 7BN. The property offers 73m² (786 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated G (14/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (62/100). The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £2415, comprising £1955 for heating, £402 for hot water, and £58 for lighting. The property produces 7.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2018 for £143,500.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(14 points)

Achievable Rating

D(62 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 5 Jul 2018

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 whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good

🪟 Windows

Some double glazing

Poor

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Portable electric heaters assumed for most rooms

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

7, Laburnum Row

PL17 7BN

CALLINGTON

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

73.0

4.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

7.5 tonnes/year

103 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

581 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in CALLINGTON

CALLINGTON properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (PL17) 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

Portable electric heaters assumed for most rooms

£1955 /yr

Save £962/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£402 /yr

Save £250/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy

£58 /yr

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from G to D could add significant value.

£143,500

T

Dec 2018

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Callington Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayPL17 7EF

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Callington Community College

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayPL17 7DR

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Harrowbarrow School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayPL17 8BQ

Last inspected: Feb 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

St Dominic CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayPL12 6SU

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

St Mellion Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayPL12 6RG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Stoke Climsland School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayPL17 8ND

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Delaware Primary Academy

Primary
📍3.9 miles awayPL18 9EN

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Quethiock CofE School

Primary
📍4.2 miles awayPL14 3SQ

Last inspected: Jun 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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

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

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