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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

9 Goosewell, Berrynarbor

EX34 9SA

ILFRACOMBE

Current

G

15

Potential

B

82

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£5,233

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,559

potential per year

This property costs approximately £3,433 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £3,674 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a B rating — saving up to £3,674 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
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Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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Cost
3
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Your windows are rated Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This terraced house is located in ILFRACOMBE, EX34 9SA. The property offers 140m² (1507 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated G (15/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid 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 £5233, comprising £3804 for heating, £1269 for hot water, and £160 for lighting. The property produces 10.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(15 points)

Achievable Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 25 Apr 2025

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good

🏗️ Roof

Flat, insulated (assumed)

Average

🪟 Windows

Some double glazing

Poor

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

67.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets

Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

9 Goosewell

Berrynarbor

EX34 9SA

ILFRACOMBE

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

140.0

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

10.0 tonnes/year

73 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

469 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in ILFRACOMBE

ILFRACOMBE properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (EX34) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£3804 /yr

Save £2606/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£1269 /yr

Save £1091/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

67.0% low energy

£160 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayEX34 9SE

Last inspected: Nov 2011

Outstanding

Combe Martin Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayEX34 0DF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍1.7 miles awayEX34 9JB

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍2 miles awayEX34 9LW

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayEX34 8JL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

West Down School

Primary
📍3.9 miles awayEX34 8NF

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Kentisbury Primary School

Primary
📍4.8 miles awayEX31 4NG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Marwood School

Primary
📍5.2 miles awayEX31 4HF

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 19 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:19 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:3 Mbps
Maximum:50 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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime1 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Public order

1 incidents (100%)

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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