Energy Performance Certificate
8, North Way, Quintrell Downs
TR8 4LA
NEWQUAY
Current
E
40
Potential
C
74
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,873
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,024
potential per year
This property costs approximately £73 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £849 annually.
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C — saving up to £849/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in NEWQUAY, TR8 4LA. The property offers 151m² (1625 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property has an EPC rating of E (40/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 £1873, comprising £1573 for heating, £167 for hot water, and £133 for lighting. The property produces 9.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 Mar 2015
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
29.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
8, North Way
Quintrell Downs
TR8 4LA
NEWQUAY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
151.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
9.4 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
247 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in NEWQUAY
NEWQUAY has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£1573 /yr
Save £826/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£167 /yr
💡 Lighting
29.0% low energy
£133 /yr
Save £55/yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Nansledan School
PrimarySt Columb Minor Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Treviglas Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Newquay Primary Academy
PrimaryNewquay Tretherras
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
The Bishops CofE Learning Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Newquay Junior Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Trenance Learning Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
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.
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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
13 incidents (72%)
Criminal damage
3 incidents (17%)
Theft
1 incidents (6%)
Shoplifting
1 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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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