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Energy Performance Certificate

Down Cottage Mere Down, Mere

BA12 6AT

WARMINSTER

Current

F

35

Potential

D

68

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,761

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,063

potential per year

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£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £698 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached bungalow is located in WARMINSTER, BA12 6AT. The property offers 145m² (1561 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (35/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (68/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. 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 £1761, comprising £1502 for heating, £160 for hot water, and £99 for lighting. The property produces 9.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(35 points)

Achievable Rating

D(68 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 16 Jan 2019

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, filled cavity

Average

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Average

💡 Lighting

86.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 86% of fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

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Full Address

Down Cottage Mere Down

Mere

BA12 6AT

WARMINSTER

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

145.0

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

9.7 tonnes/year

67 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

260 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in WARMINSTER

WARMINSTER properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (BA12) 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

Boiler and radiators, oil

£1502 /yr

Save £614/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£160 /yr

Save £84/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

86.0% low energy

£99 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Mere School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayBA12 6EW

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Whitesheet Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍3.5 miles awayBA12 6NL

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.1 miles awaySP8 5QD

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Horningsham Primary School

Primary
📍4.2 miles awayBA12 7LW

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

St George's Church of England School, Bourton

Primary
📍4.7 miles awaySP8 5BN

Last inspected: Feb 2013

Outstanding

Gillingham School

Secondary
📍5.2 miles awaySP8 4QP

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Crockerton CofE Primary School

Primary
📍5.2 miles awayBA12 8AB

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Gillingham Primary School

Primary
📍5.2 miles awaySP8 4QR
?Not yet rated

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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 20 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:20 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:3 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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