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Energy Performance Certificate

Crown Cottage, West Down

EX34 8NF

ILFRACOMBE

Current

D

60

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in ILFRACOMBE, EX34 8NF. The property offers 135m² (1453 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (60/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). 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 £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £3023, comprising £2559 for heating, £258 for hot water, and £206 for lighting. The property produces 5.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does Crown Cottage Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 60/100, this ILFRACOMBE property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £3023 annually are £1223 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 135m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the EX34 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property60
Average60
At average
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vs ILFRACOMBE

This property60
Average56
+7% better
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vs EX34

This property60
Average55
+9% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 60/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £2171/year more than the ILFRACOMBE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(60 points)

Potential Rating

C(73 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 18 Sept 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Crown Cottage

West Down

EX34 8NF

ILFRACOMBE

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

135.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

60 / 100

Potential: 73

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CO₂ Emissions

5.3 tonnes/year

39 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

246 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Sept 2024

marketed sale

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About ILFRACOMBE

ILFRACOMBE is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in ILFRACOMBE have an average EPC rating of D (score 56/100). Heating costs are £1707 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The EX34 postcode district contains over 8100 registered properties. Like many ILFRACOMBE 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

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£2559.0/yr

Save £407/yr

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Hot Water

£258.0/yr

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Lighting

86.0% low energy

£206.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

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

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 86% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

West Down School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayEX34 8NF

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Marwood School

Primary
📍3 miles awayEX31 4HF

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayEX34 8JL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍3.2 miles awayEX34 9JB

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayEX34 9LW

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Woolacombe School

Primary
📍3.5 miles awayEX34 7BT
?Not yet rated

Georgeham Church of England (VC) Primary School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayEX33 1JT

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Caen Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayEX33 1AD

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 443 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:443 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:177 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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 Crime2 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Criminal damage

1 incidents (50%)

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violent crime

1 incidents (50%)

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. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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