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Energy Performance Certificate

Sea Vale, Teignmouth Road

TQ1 4TP

TORQUAY

Current

A

100

Potential

A

107

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in TORQUAY, TQ1 4TP. The property offers 327m² (3520 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (100/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £825, comprising £578 for heating, £100 for hot water, and £147 for lighting.

How Does Sea Vale Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 100/100, this TORQUAY property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £825 are approximately £975 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 327m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the TQ1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property100
Average60
+67% better
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vs TORQUAY

This property100
Average60
+67% better
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vs TQ1

This property100
Average57
+75% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 100/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £137/year more than the TORQUAY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
Current
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

A(100 points)

Potential Rating

A(107 points)

Based on assessment dated 16 Mar 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

Sea Vale

Teignmouth Road

Maidencombe

TQ1 4TP

TORQUAY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

2019

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Floor Area

327.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

100 / 100

Potential: 107

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CO₂ Emissions

-0.7 tonnes/year

-2 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-13 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

16 Mar 2022

new dwelling

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About TORQUAY

TORQUAY is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in TORQUAY have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The TQ1 postcode district contains over 15000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£578.0/yr

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Hot Water

£100.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£147.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m-¦K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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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

Stokeinteignhead School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayTQ12 4QE

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Watcombe Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayTQ2 8NU

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Shaldon Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayTQ14 0DD
?Not yet rated

Barton Hill Academy

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayTQ2 8JA

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

St Marychurch Church of England Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayTQ1 4QH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Cuthbert Mayne School

Secondary
📍2.3 miles awayTQ1 4RN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Priory Roman Catholic Primary School, Torquay

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayTQ1 4NZ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

St Margaret's Academy

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayTQ1 4PA

Last inspected: Jun 2023

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: 420 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:420 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:168 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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime7 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Criminal damage

3 incidents (43%)

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violent crime

3 incidents (43%)

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Anti-social behaviour

1 incidents (14%)

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. 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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