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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Pencaire, Cargreen

PL12 6PA

SALTASH

Current

F

32

Potential

E

43

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,795

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,438

potential per year

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-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.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a E rating — saving up to £357 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This semi-detached house is located in SALTASH, PL12 6PA. The property offers 108.29m² (1166 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (32/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (43/100). 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1795, comprising £1515 for heating, £192 for hot water, and £88 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 F, 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
E39-54
Potential
F21-38
Current
G1-20

Current Rating

F(32 points)

Achievable Rating

E(43 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 15 Dec 2010

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

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good

🏗️ Roof

Flat, insulated (assumed)

Average

🪟 Windows

Some double glazing

Poor

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Average

💡 Lighting

55.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 55% of fixed outlets

Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

Pencaire

Cargreen

PL12 6PA

SALTASH

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

108.29

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

12.0 tonnes/year

100 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

441 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in SALTASH

SALTASH properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (PL12) 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

Boiler and radiators, oil

£1515 /yr

Save £294/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£192 /yr

Save £36/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

55.0% low energy

£88 /yr

Save £27/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Landulph School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayPL12 6ND

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Ernesettle Community School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayPL5 2RB

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Outstanding

Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayPL12 6DX

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Mary Dean's CofE Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayPL5 4LS
?Not yet rated

Knowle Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayPL5 3QG

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

Burraton Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayPL12 4LT

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

St Stephens (Saltash) Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayPL12 4AQ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayPL5 2DW
?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: 490 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:490 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:196 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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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