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Energy Performance Certificate

Cober Mill, Lowertown

TR13 0DA

HELSTON

Current

C

69

Potential

A

98

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in HELSTON, TR13 0DA. The property offers 66m² (710 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (98/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £1608, comprising £1135 for heating, £342 for hot water, and £131 for lighting. The property produces 1.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Cober Mill Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this HELSTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1608 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. CO2 emissions of 1.7 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the TR13 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs HELSTON

This property69
Average53
+30% better
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vs TR13

This property69
Average55
+25% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £690/year more than the HELSTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(69 points)

Potential Rating

A(98 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 28 Feb 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Cober Mill

Lowertown

TR13 0DA

HELSTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

66.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 98

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CO₂ Emissions

1.7 tonnes/year

25 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

150 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

28 Feb 2025

rental

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About HELSTON

HELSTON is situated in Cornwall, South West. Properties in HELSTON have an average EPC rating of E (score 53/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £217 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The TR13 postcode district contains over 7600 registered properties. Like many HELSTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£1135.0/yr

Save £742/yr

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Hot Water

£342.0/yr

Save £113/yr

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Lighting

17.0% low energy

£131.0/yr

Save £59/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Poor
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 17% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Trannack Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayTR13 0DQ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Helston Community College

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayTR13 8NR

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Parc Eglos School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayTR13 8UP
?Not yet rated

Wendron Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayTR13 0PX
?Not yet rated

St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayTR13 8AR

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Boskenwyn Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayTR13 0NG

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Sithney Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayTR13 0AE

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Outstanding

Nansloe Academy

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayTR13 8JF

Last inspected: Oct 2021

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

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 33 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:33 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:5 Mbps
Maximum:50 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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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.

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