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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Lee Mere Farmhouse, East Nancemere

TR8 5JA

NEWQUAY

Current

G

1

Potential

D

66

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£3,777

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,528

potential per year

This property costs approximately £1,977 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,249 annually.

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This G-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.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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🏠 ECO4 Scheme

Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £2,249 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

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£3,500
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2
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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£11,000
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

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£2,000
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This detached house is located in NEWQUAY, TR8 5JA. The property offers 105m² (1130 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated G (1/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (66/100). The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £3777, comprising £3400 for heating, £296 for hot water, and £81 for lighting. The property produces 12.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of G, 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
Potential
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20
Current

Current Rating

G(1 points)

Achievable Rating

D(66 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Jan 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)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, no insulation

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Partial double glazing

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Portable electric heaters assumed for most rooms

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

82.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 82% of fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

Lee Mere Farmhouse

East Nancemere

TR8 5JA

NEWQUAY

🏠

Property Type

House

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

105.0

6.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

12.0 tonnes/year

117 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

668 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in NEWQUAY

NEWQUAY properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (TR8) 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

Portable electric heaters assumed for most rooms

£3400 /yr

Save £2106/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£296 /yr

Save £144/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

82.0% low energy

£81 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Newlyn East Learning Academy

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayTR8 5ND

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Summercourt Academy

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayTR8 5EA

Last inspected: Jul 2015

Outstanding

Nansledan School

Primary
📍3.5 miles awayTR8 4FX
?Not yet rated

St Erme with Trispen Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayTR4 9BJ

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Ladock C of E School

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayTR2 4PL

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

The Bishops CofE Learning Academy

Primary
📍3.9 miles awayTR7 2SR

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

St Columb Minor Academy

Primary
📍4.2 miles awayTR7 3JF

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Newquay Tretherras

Secondary
📍4.2 miles awayTR7 3BH

Last inspected: Jun 2018

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 340 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:340 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:136 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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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