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Ferns, Champernowne Crescent

EX34 9PL

ILFRACOMBE

Current

C

76

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in ILFRACOMBE, EX34 9PL. The property offers 216m² (2325 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1060, comprising £823 for heating, £129 for hot water, and £108 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does Ferns Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this ILFRACOMBE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1060 are approximately £740 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 216m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

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 property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs ILFRACOMBE

This property76
Average56
+36% better
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vs EX34

This property76
Average55
+38% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £208/year more than the ILFRACOMBE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(76 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 3 Aug 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

Ferns

Champernowne Crescent

EX34 9PL

ILFRACOMBE

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

216.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

4.4 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

128 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

3 Aug 2018

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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The EX34 postcode district contains over 8100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

£823.0/yr

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Hot Water

£129.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£108.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Windows

Fully triple glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayEX34 9JB

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayEX34 9LW

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayEX34 8JL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayEX34 9SE

Last inspected: Nov 2011

Outstanding

Combe Martin Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayEX34 0DF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

West Down School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayEX34 8NF

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Woolacombe School

Primary
📍4.7 miles awayEX34 7BT
?Not yet rated

Marwood School

Primary
📍5.4 miles awayEX31 4HF

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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
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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

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Above Average116 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

37 incidents (32%)

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Anti-social behaviour

19 incidents (16%)

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Burglary

13 incidents (11%)

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Criminal damage

12 incidents (10%)

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Public order

9 incidents (8%)

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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