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Energy Performance Certificate

8 Windermere Close

EX4 2QD

EXETER

Current

B

82

Potential

B

91

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in EXETER, EX4 2QD. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1186, comprising £646 for heating, £451 for hot water, and £89 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 8 Windermere Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this EXETER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1186 are approximately £614 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the EX4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property82
Average60
+37% better
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vs EXETER

This property82
Average65
+26% better
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vs EX4

This property82
Average61
+34% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £535/year more than the EXETER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(82 points)

Potential Rating

B(91 points)

Based on assessment dated 4 Apr 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

8 Windermere Close

EX4 2QD

EXETER

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

64.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

82 / 100

Potential: 91

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CO₂ Emissions

1.0 tonnes/year

15 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

89 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Apr 2025

ECO assessment

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About EXETER

EXETER is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in EXETER have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The EX4 postcode district contains over 18700 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

£646/yr

Save £201/yr

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Hot Water

£451/yr

Save £154/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£89/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

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

St Gabriel's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayEX4 2BY

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Montgomery Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayEX4 1BS

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Bowhill Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayEX4 1JT

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

St David's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayEX4 4EE

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

St Thomas Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayEX2 9BB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Exwick Heights Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayEX4 2FB

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

West Exe School

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayEX2 9JU

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayEX4 6PG
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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: 281 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:281 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:42 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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.

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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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