Energy Performance Certificate
Caerefail, Upper Mill
SA4 8ND
SWANSEA
Current
E
40
Potential
C
75
๐ Upcoming Regulation Change โ Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
ยฃ3,331
estimated per year
UK Average
ยฃ1,800
per year
After Improvements
ยฃ1,714
potential per year
This property costs approximately ยฃ1,531 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to ยฃ1,617 annually.
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๐๏ธ BUS Grant
ยฃ7,500
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Check Eligibility โHow to Improve This E-Rated Property to a C
With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C โ saving up to ยฃ1,617/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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๐ฐ Save ยฃ3,067/year
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Your Savings Today
ยฃ3,067/yr
ยฃ30,670 over 10 years
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ยฃ3,067/yr
ยฃ30,670 over 10 years
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Loft Insulation
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in SWANSEA, SA4 8ND. The property offers 127mยฒ (1367 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property has an EPC rating of E (40/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs ยฃ300-ยฃ500 and could save ยฃ150-ยฃ250 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 ยฃ3331, comprising ยฃ2780 for heating, ยฃ292 for hot water, and ยฃ259 for lighting. The property produces 7.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 25 Sept 2024
Building Elements โ Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
๐งฑ Walls
Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
๐๏ธ Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
๐ช Windows
Fully double glazed
๐ฆ Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
๐ฅ Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
๐ฟ Hot Water
NaN
๐ก Lighting
10.0% low energy โ Low energy lighting in 10% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Caerefail
Upper Mill
SA4 8ND
SWANSEA
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
127.0 mยฒ
6.0 total rooms
COโ Emissions
7.8 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
380 kWh/mยฒ/year
E-Rated Properties in SWANSEA
SWANSEA has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement โ particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs โ Current vs Potential
๐ฅ Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ2780 /yr
Save ยฃ1365/yr
๐ฟ Hot Water
ยฃ292 /yr
Save ยฃ129/yr
๐ก Lighting
10.0% low energy
ยฃ259 /yr
Save ยฃ123/yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Lynton Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Combe Martin Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2011
Parracombe Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Kentisbury Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 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: 202 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
7 incidents (26%)
Public order
4 incidents (15%)
Vehicle crime
4 incidents (15%)
Theft
3 incidents (11%)
Anti-social behaviour
2 incidents (7%)
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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