Energy Performance Certificate
Tarn, Lower Prospect Road
NP25 3HS
MONMOUTH
Current
F
35
Potential
D
56
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,446
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£3,278
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,646 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,168 annually.
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in MONMOUTH, NP25 3HS. The property offers 172m² (1851 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. Currently rated F (35/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (56/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £4446, comprising £4084 for heating, £186 for hot water, and £176 for lighting. The property produces 5.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Jan 2024
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, partial insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Tarn
Lower Prospect Road
NP25 3HS
MONMOUTH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
172.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
5.3 tonnes/year
31 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
181 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in MONMOUTH
MONMOUTH properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (NP25) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£4084 /yr
Save £1168/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£186 /yr
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£176 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Redbrook Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Llangrove CE Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Whitchurch CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2012
St John's C of E Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Berry Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Five Acres High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
English Bicknor Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Goodrich CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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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