Energy Performance Certificate
Bowhill Schoolhouse, Dunsford Road
EX4 1LF
EXETER
Current
G
3
Potential
E
44
This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,757
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£2,315
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,957 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,442 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?
This detached house is located in EXETER, EX4 1LF. The property offers 180m² (1938 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated G (3/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (44/100). The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 £4757, comprising £4056 for heating, £540 for hot water, and £161 for lighting. The property produces 23.0 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 12 Dec 2018
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
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, dual fuel (mineral and wood)
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
36.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 36% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Bowhill Schoolhouse
Dunsford Road
EX4 1LF
EXETER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
180.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
23.0 tonnes/year
125 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
578 kWh/m²/year
G-Rated Properties in EXETER
EXETER properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (EX4) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, dual fuel (mineral and wood)
£4056 /yr
Save £2015/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£540 /yr
Save £364/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
36.0% low energy
£161 /yr
Save £63/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bowhill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Montgomery Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
St Thomas Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Gabriel's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
West Exe School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Ide Primary School
PrimarySt David's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Alphington Primary School
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: 500 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 higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
126 incidents (34%)
Anti-social behaviour
58 incidents (16%)
Shoplifting
53 incidents (14%)
Criminal damage
30 incidents (8%)
Theft
28 incidents (8%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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