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Energy Performance Certificate

South View, Brayford

EX32 7PS

BARNSTAPLE

Current

D

67

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in BARNSTAPLE, EX32 7PS. The property offers 175m² (1884 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). This property benefits from a ground 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. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1365, comprising £1096 for heating, £132 for hot water, and £137 for lighting. The property produces 4.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does South View Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this BARNSTAPLE property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1365 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 175m², 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 EX32 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs BARNSTAPLE

This property67
Average62
+8% better
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vs EX32

This property67
Average58
+16% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £648/year more than the BARNSTAPLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(67 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 27 Dec 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

South View

Brayford

EX32 7PS

BARNSTAPLE

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

175.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

4.9 tonnes/year

28 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

160 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Dec 2018

RHI application

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About BARNSTAPLE

BARNSTAPLE is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in BARNSTAPLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £379 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The EX32 postcode district contains over 8500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£1096.0/yr

Save £58/yr

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Hot Water

£132.0/yr

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Lighting

56.0% low energy

£137.0/yr

Save £42/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 56% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Brayford Academy

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayEX32 7QJ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Bratton Fleming Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayEX31 4SB

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Goodleigh Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.4 miles awayEX32 7LU

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Filleigh Community Primary School

Primary
📍4.4 miles awayEX32 0RS

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Swimbridge Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.4 miles awayEX32 0PJ

Last inspected: Feb 2013

Outstanding

Shirwell Community Primary School

Primary
📍4.9 miles awayEX31 4JT

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Landkey Community Primary Academy

Primary
📍5.3 miles awayEX32 0LJ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

North Molton Primary School

Primary
📍5.3 miles awayEX36 3HL

Last inspected: Jul 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: 404 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:404 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:162 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. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

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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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