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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Downs View, Upton Scudamore

BA12 0AE

WARMINSTER

Current

F

32

Potential

E

47

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,847

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,327

potential per year

This property costs approximately £47 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £520 annually.

⚖️ 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.

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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 E rating — saving up to £520 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
£1,847/yr
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached house is located in WARMINSTER, BA12 0AE. The property offers 134.25m² (1445 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (32/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (47/100). 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1847, comprising £1403 for heating, £366 for hot water, and £78 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 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(32 points)

Achievable Rating

E(47 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 16 Jul 2010

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, 100 mm loft insulation

Average

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

75.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

Downs View

Upton Scudamore

BA12 0AE

WARMINSTER

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Property Type

House

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

134.25

6.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

11.0 tonnes/year

94 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

444 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

£1403 /yr

Save £332/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£366 /yr

Save £188/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

75.0% low energy

£78 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Westbury Leigh CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayBA13 3UR

Last inspected: Oct 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Dilton Marsh CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayBA13 4DY

Last inspected: Dec 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

The Avenue Primary School and Children's Centre

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayBA12 9AA

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

The Minster CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayBA12 8JA

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Matravers School

Secondary
📍1.8 miles awayBA13 3QH

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

New Close Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayBA12 9JJ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Princecroft Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayBA12 8NT

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Westbury Infant School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayBA13 3NY

Last inspected: Nov 2022

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: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 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.

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