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Flat 3, Countess Wear House

EX2 6LR

EXETER

Current

D

55

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in EXETER, EX2 6LR. The property offers 41m² (441 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1432, comprising £1065 for heating, £296 for hot water, and £71 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does Flat 3 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this EXETER property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1432 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 41m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 4.1 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 EX2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs EXETER

This property55
Average65
-15% below
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vs EX2

This property55
Average65
-15% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £781/year more than the EXETER 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(55 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 2 Apr 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 3

Countess Wear House

59 Countess Wear Road

EX2 6LR

EXETER

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

41.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

4.1 tonnes/year

101 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

595 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Apr 2024

rental

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About EXETER

EXETER is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in EXETER have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). Heating costs are £414 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The EX2 postcode district contains over 17000 registered properties. Like many EXETER 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

Electric storage heaters

£1065/yr

Save £687/yr

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Hot Water

£296/yr

Save £37/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£71/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (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

Countess Wear Community School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayEX2 7BS

Last inspected: Oct 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Isca

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayEX2 6AP

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Wynstream Primary School Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayEX2 6AY
?Not yet rated

Trinity CofE Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayEX2 7TR
?Not yet rated

Exminster Community Primary

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayEX6 8AJ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Woodwater Academy

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayEX2 5AW

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Clyst Heath Nursery and Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayEX2 7QT

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC)

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayEX2 4NQ
?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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 471 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:471 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:189 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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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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