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Energy Performance Certificate

87b, Newport Road

EX32 9BE

BARNSTAPLE

Current

D

57

Potential

D

59

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in BARNSTAPLE, EX32 9BE. The property offers 75m² (807 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £856, comprising £495 for heating, £263 for hot water, and £98 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 87b, Newport Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this BARNSTAPLE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £856 are approximately £944 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 EX32 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs BARNSTAPLE

This property57
Average62
-8% below
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vs EX32

This property57
Average58
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £139/year more than the BARNSTAPLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(57 points)

Potential Rating

D(59 points)

Based on assessment dated 30 Apr 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

87b, Newport Road

EX32 9BE

BARNSTAPLE

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Property Type

Maisonette

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

75.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 59

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

42 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

237 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

30 Apr 2014

rental (private)

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About BARNSTAPLE

BARNSTAPLE is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in BARNSTAPLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £222 below the BARNSTAPLE average, offering good value. The EX32 postcode district contains over 8500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, electric

£495.0/yr

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Hot Water

£263.0/yr

Save £37/yr

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Lighting

10.0% low energy

£98.0/yr

Save £47/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 10% of fixed outlets

Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The Park Community School

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayEX32 9AX

Last inspected: Jan 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Newport Community School Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayEX32 9BW

Last inspected: Feb 2015

Outstanding

Ashleigh CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayEX32 8LJ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Eden Park Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayEX32 8EF

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Barnstaple

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayEX32 8DN

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Yeo Valley Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayEX32 7HB

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Pilton Infants' Academy

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayEX31 1JU
?Not yet rated

Orchard Vale Community School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayEX32 8QY

Last inspected: May 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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 223 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:223 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:34 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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