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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Broadreach, Highcliffe

PL27 6TN

WADEBRIDGE

Current

F

38

Potential

E

52

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,744

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,325

potential per year

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a E rating — saving up to £419 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
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Investment
£23,500
Payback
~13 yrs
Current Costs
£1,744/yr
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
2
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Air Source Heat Pump

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

Save £419/yrPayback: ~8 years+10 EPC points
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Double Glazing

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

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached bungalow is located in WADEBRIDGE, PL27 6TN. The property offers 121.83m² (1311 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (38/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (52/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1744, comprising £1499 for heating, £127 for hot water, and £118 for lighting. The property produces 14.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(38 points)

Achievable Rating

E(52 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 Jul 2011

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, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good

🪟 Windows

Partial double glazing

Poor

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Warm air, Electricaire

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Average

💡 Lighting

8.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 8% of fixed outlets

Very Poor

Property Information

📍

Full Address

Broadreach

Highcliffe

PL27 6TN

WADEBRIDGE

🏠

Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

121.83

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

14.0 tonnes/year

115 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

650 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in WADEBRIDGE

WADEBRIDGE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (PL27) 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

Warm air, Electricaire

£1499 /yr

Save £362/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£127 /yr

💡 Lighting

8.0% low energy

£118 /yr

Save £57/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Minver School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayPL27 6QD

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Padstow School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayPL28 8EX

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

St Issey Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.3 miles awayPL27 7RN

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Port Isaac Community Primary School

Primary
📍4.3 miles awayPL29 3RT
?Not yet rated

St Merryn School

Primary
📍4.7 miles awayPL28 8NP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Breock Primary School

Primary
📍5.1 miles awayPL27 7XL

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Wadebridge Primary Academy

Primary
📍5.2 miles awayPL27 6BL

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Wadebridge School

Secondary
📍5.2 miles awayPL27 6BU

Last inspected: Dec 2019

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: 179 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:179 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:27 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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 Crime4 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Theft

2 incidents (50%)

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Shoplifting

1 incidents (25%)

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violent crime

1 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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