Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 14, Royal Buildings
PL1 1DN
PLYMOUTH
Current
B
85
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in PLYMOUTH, PL1 1DN. The property offers 24m² (258 sq ft) of compact living space. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. Modern double glazing with very good efficiency is installed, likely featuring low-emissivity (low-E) coating for optimal thermal performance. Estimated annual energy costs are £165, comprising £141 for heating, £0 for hot water, and £24 for lighting. The property produces 0.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 14 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this PLYMOUTH property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £165 are approximately £1635 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 24m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.3 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 PL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PLYMOUTH
vs PL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £481/year less than the PLYMOUTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 3 Aug 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 14
Royal Buildings
St. Andrews Cross
PL1 1DN
PLYMOUTH
Property Type
Flat
NO DATA!
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
24.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
85 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
0.3 tonnes/year
11 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
62 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Aug 2015
new dwelling
About PLYMOUTH
PLYMOUTH is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in PLYMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £505 below the PLYMOUTH average, offering good value. The PL1 postcode district contains over 14300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£141/yr
Hot Water
£0/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£24/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.33 W/m-¦K
Roof
(other premises above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
NO DATA!
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Mount Street Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Pilgrim Primary Academy
PrimarySt Andrew's Cof E VA Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
St Peter's CofE Primary School
PrimaryThe Cathedral School of St Mary
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Plymouth High School for Girls
SecondaryMillbay Academy
All-throughAbout 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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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.