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70 Towpath Close

CV6 6RG

Coventry

Current

C

75

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in Coventry, CV6 6RG. The property offers 55m² (592 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £611, comprising £379 for heating, £174 for hot water, and £58 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 70 Towpath Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this Coventry property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £611 are approximately £1189 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 55m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.9 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 CV6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs Coventry

This property75
Average75
At average
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vs CV6

This property75
Average60
+25% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £153/year more than the Coventry average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(75 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 13 May 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

70 Towpath Close

CV6 6RG

Coventry

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

55.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

2.9 tonnes/year

53 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

313 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 May 2021

rental

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About Coventry

Coventry is situated in Coventry, West Midlands. Properties in Coventry have an average EPC rating of C (score 75/100). The CV6 postcode district contains over 30700 registered properties.

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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

Save £83/yr

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Hot Water

£174.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£58.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

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

Foxford Community School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayCV6 6BB

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Grangehurst Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCV6 6JN

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Exhall Cedars Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCV7 9FJ

Last inspected: Mar 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Exhall Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCV7 9NS

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Alderman's Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCV2 1PP
?Not yet rated

Goodyers End Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayCV12 0HP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Longford Park Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayCV6 7AT

Last inspected: Jul 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Wheelwright Lane Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayCV7 9HN

Last inspected: Sept 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: 431 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:431 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:172 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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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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