Energy Performance Certificate
Amberwood, Trevarrian
TR8 4AQ
NEWQUAY
Current
D
66
Potential
C
73
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in NEWQUAY, TR8 4AQ. The property offers 171m² (1841 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1845, comprising £1543 for heating, £161 for hot water, and £141 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Amberwood Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this NEWQUAY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1845 are close to the UK average. At 171m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.7 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NEWQUAY
vs TR8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1205/year more than the NEWQUAY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 11 Oct 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Amberwood
Trevarrian
TR8 4AQ
NEWQUAY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
171.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
66 / 100
Potential: 73
CO₂ Emissions
2.7 tonnes/year
16 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
80 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Oct 2024
marketed sale
About NEWQUAY
NEWQUAY is situated in Cornwall, South West. Properties in NEWQUAY have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £903 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The TR8 postcode district contains over 5700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1543.0/yr
Save £343/yr
Hot Water
£161.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£141.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, limited insulation (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Mawgan-In-Pydar Primary School
PrimaryTreviglas Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Trevisker Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
St Columb Minor Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Newquay Primary Academy
PrimaryNewquay Tretherras
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Nansledan School
PrimaryNewquay Junior Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
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: 179 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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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.