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8 Metha Park, St. Newlyn East

TR8 5LU

NEWQUAY

Current

D

65

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in NEWQUAY, TR8 5LU. The property offers 112m² (1206 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. 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 B rating (83/100). 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 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 £1180, comprising £768 for heating, £327 for hot water, and £85 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 8 Metha Park Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this NEWQUAY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1180 are approximately £620 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 112m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.2 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 TR8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs NEWQUAY

This property65
Average63
+3% better
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vs TR8

This property65
Average59
+10% better

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: £540/year more than the NEWQUAY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(65 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 Oct 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

8 Metha Park

St. Newlyn East

TR8 5LU

NEWQUAY

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

112.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

29 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

170 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Oct 2021

RHI application

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About NEWQUAY

NEWQUAY is situated in Cornwall, South West. Properties in NEWQUAY have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The TR8 postcode district contains over 5700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£768.0/yr

Save £223/yr

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Hot Water

£327.0/yr

Save £102/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£85.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

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 Newlyn East Learning Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayTR8 5ND

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

The Bishops CofE Learning Academy

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayTR7 2SR

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Cubert School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayTR8 5HE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Goonhavern Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayTR4 9QD

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Nansledan School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayTR8 4FX
?Not yet rated

Trenance Learning Academy

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayTR7 2LU

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Outstanding

Newquay Junior Academy

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayTR7 2NL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Newquay Tretherras

Secondary
📍3.5 miles awayTR7 3BH

Last inspected: Jun 2018

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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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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