Energy Performance Certificate
8 Factory Cooperage, Royal William Yard
PL1 3QQ
Plymouth
Current
D
65
Potential
C
69
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in Plymouth, PL1 3QQ. The property offers 140m² (1507 sq ft) of spacious living space. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £1474, comprising £1238 for heating, £159 for hot water, and £77 for lighting. The property produces 4.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 8 Factory Cooperage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this Plymouth property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1474 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 140m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Plymouth
vs PL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £912/year more than the Plymouth average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 21 May 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
8 Factory Cooperage
Royal William Yard
PL1 3QQ
Plymouth
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
2025
Floor Area
140.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
65 / 100
Potential: 69
CO₂ Emissions
4.8 tonnes/year
34 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
188 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 May 2025
new dwelling
About Plymouth
Plymouth is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in Plymouth have an average EPC rating of D (score 67/100). Heating costs are £676 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The PL1 postcode district contains over 14300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler with radiators and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1238.0/yr
Hot Water
£159.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£77.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 1.56 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.29 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler with radiators and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
Lighting
Excelent lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St George's CofE Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Mount Wise Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
High Street Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Millbay Academy
All-throughSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Devonport High School for Boys
SecondarySt Andrew's Cof E VA Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
St Peter's CofE Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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: 165 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
139 incidents (40%)
Anti-social behaviour
56 incidents (16%)
Shoplifting
44 incidents (13%)
Criminal damage
27 incidents (8%)
Theft
27 incidents (8%)
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.