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TREETOPS, BUZZACOTT LANE

EX34 0NL

COMBE MARTIN

Current

B

82

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in COMBE MARTIN, EX34 0NL. The property offers 198m² (2131 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), 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. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1538, comprising £923 for heating, £499 for hot water, and £116 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does TREETOPS Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this COMBE MARTIN property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1538 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 198m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.3 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 EX34 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property82
Average60
+37% better
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vs COMBE MARTIN

This property82
Average56
+46% better
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vs EX34

This property82
Average55
+49% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £581/year more than the COMBE MARTIN average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(82 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Apr 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

TREETOPS

BUZZACOTT LANE

COMBE MARTIN

EX34 0NL

COMBE MARTIN

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

198.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

82 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

12 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

70 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Apr 2021

RHI application

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About COMBE MARTIN

COMBE MARTIN is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in COMBE MARTIN have an average EPC rating of D (score 56/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The EX34 postcode district contains over 8100 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

£923.0/yr

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Hot Water

£499.0/yr

Save £62/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£116.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully triple glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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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

Combe Martin Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayEX34 0DF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Kentisbury Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayEX31 4NG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayEX34 9SE

Last inspected: Nov 2011

Outstanding

Parracombe Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.5 miles awayEX31 4QJ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍4.7 miles awayEX34 9JB

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍5 miles awayEX34 9LW

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍5.1 miles awayEX34 8JL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Marwood School

Primary
📍5.3 miles awayEX31 4HF

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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: 151 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:151 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:23 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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime6 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

3 incidents (50%)

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Criminal damage

2 incidents (33%)

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Anti-social behaviour

1 incidents (17%)

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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