Energy Performance Certificate
Hillside, Gulval Cross
TR18 3BN
PENZANCE
Current
F
31
Potential
C
78
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,521
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£680
potential per year
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in PENZANCE, TR18 3BN. The property offers 88m² (947 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (31/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1521, comprising £1158 for heating, £257 for hot water, and £106 for lighting. The property produces 14.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 20 Aug 2015
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
Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Mostly double glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, coal
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
11.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 11% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Hillside
Gulval Cross
TR18 3BN
PENZANCE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
88.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
14.0 tonnes/year
161 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
426 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in PENZANCE
PENZANCE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (TR18) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, coal
£1158 /yr
Save £639/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£257 /yr
Save £152/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
11.0% low energy
£106 /yr
Save £50/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Gulval School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Humphry Davy School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Pensans Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Mounts Bay Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Heamoor Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Alverton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 165 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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
32 incidents (33%)
Shoplifting
16 incidents (16%)
Anti-social behaviour
11 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
9 incidents (9%)
Theft
6 incidents (6%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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