Energy Performance Certificate
Beachcomber Gallery, Fore Street
EX12 3JB
SEATON
Current
F
38
Potential
D
58
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,167
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£794
potential per year
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🏛️ BUS Grant
£7,500
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Loft Insulation
Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.
Cavity Wall Insulation
Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.
Air Source Heat Pump
Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.
Double Glazing
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 F Rating?
This detached flat is located in SEATON, EX12 3JB. The property offers 95m² (1023 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (38/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (58/100). The gas central heating system has average efficiency, indicating a boiler that may be 10-15 years old. While functional, upgrading to a modern A-rated condensing boiler could improve efficiency by 15-25%. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £1167, comprising £941 for heating, £145 for hot water, and £81 for lighting. The property produces 8.0 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 3 Oct 2008
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
Granite or whin, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 12mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Partial double glazing
📦 Floor
To external air, insulated
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
20.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 20% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Beachcomber Gallery
Fore Street
EX12 3JB
SEATON
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
95.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
8.0 tonnes/year
83 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
500 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in SEATON
SEATON properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (EX12) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£941 /yr
Save £289/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£145 /yr
Save £48/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
20.0% low energy
£81 /yr
Save £36/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Beer Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Seaton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2012
Branscombe Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Colyton Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Colyton Primary Academy
PrimaryMusbury Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Shute Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Farway Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 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
6 incidents (75%)
Criminal damage
2 incidents (25%)
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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