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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Sithney House, Sithney

TR13 0RW

HELSTON

Current

F

32

Potential

E

40

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£3,307

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£2,856

potential per year

This property costs approximately £1,507 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £451 annually.

⚖️ 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.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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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 £451 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
32,500
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Investment
£23,500
Payback
~13 yrs
Current Costs
£3,307/yr
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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
Cost
2
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Air Source Heat Pump

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

Save £451/yrPayback: ~8 years+10 EPC points
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
Cost

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached house is located in HELSTON, TR13 0RW. The property offers 297.6m² (3203 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 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 (40/100). 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%. 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 £3307, comprising £2791 for heating, £355 for hot water, and £161 for lighting. The property produces 28.0 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(40 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Apr 2011

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 whin, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average

🪟 Windows

Mostly double glazing

Poor

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

19.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 19% of fixed outlets

Poor

Property Information

📍

Full Address

Sithney House

Sithney

TR13 0RW

HELSTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

297.6

9.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

28.0 tonnes/year

112 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

621 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in HELSTON

HELSTON properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (TR13) 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

Electric storage heaters

£2791 /yr

Save £379/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£355 /yr

💡 Lighting

19.0% low energy

£161 /yr

Save £72/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Sithney Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTR13 0AE

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Outstanding

Breage CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayTR13 9PZ

Last inspected: Jul 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Porthleven School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayTR13 9BX

Last inspected: Jul 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Helston Community College

Secondary
📍1.6 miles awayTR13 8NR

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Parc Eglos School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayTR13 8UP
?Not yet rated

Trannack Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayTR13 0DQ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayTR13 8AR

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Nansloe Academy

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayTR13 8JF

Last inspected: Oct 2021

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 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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