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Energy Performance Certificate

Sundown, Trevail

TR8 5HP

NEWQUAY

Current

C

73

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in NEWQUAY, TR8 5HP. The property offers 249m² (2680 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £1578, comprising £1145 for heating, £245 for hot water, and £188 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Sundown Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this NEWQUAY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1578 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 249m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the TR8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs NEWQUAY

This property73
Average63
+16% better
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vs TR8

This property73
Average59
+24% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £938/year more than the NEWQUAY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 21 Jun 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Sundown

Trevail

Cubert

TR8 5HP

NEWQUAY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

2016

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Floor Area

249.0

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

73 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

3.3 tonnes/year

13 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

68 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Jun 2024

new dwelling

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About NEWQUAY

NEWQUAY is situated in Cornwall, South West. Properties in NEWQUAY have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £505 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The TR8 postcode district contains over 5700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and underfloor heating, LPG

£1145.0/yr

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Hot Water

£245.0/yr

Save £116/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£188.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Boiler and underfloor heating, LPG

Poor

Main Fuel

Gas: bulk LPG

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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

Cubert School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayTR8 5HE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Trenance Learning Academy

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayTR7 2LU

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Outstanding

Goonhavern Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayTR4 9QD

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

The Bishops CofE Learning Academy

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayTR7 2SR

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

St Newlyn East Learning Academy

Primary
📍3 miles awayTR8 5ND

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Newquay Junior Academy

Primary
📍3 miles awayTR7 2NL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Perranporth Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayTR6 0EU

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Newquay Tretherras

Secondary
📍3.6 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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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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

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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