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Fair View Cottage, West Down, Ilfracombe, EX34 8NH
This 153 square metre property in West Down, Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe carries an energy performance rating of D, in line with typical UK homes. It is heated by a gas central heating system and is currently listed as owner-occupied. The property last sold for £370,000 in May 2013.
Property Type
Detached House
Bedrooms
5
Floor Area
153 m²
Council Tax
Band D
Property Features
Built Before 1900
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Energy Performance
EPC rating and efficiency details
Current Certificate(1 of 3)
Jun 2024
EPC Rating
A
B
C
D
D65
E
F
G
Main Heating
Gas
Main Fuel
Gas
Hot Water
Good
Windows
Average
CO2 Emissions
4.9 t/year
Tenure
Owner Occupied
Property Improvements
Changes detected from historical EPC data
Sept 2011from Sept 2009
EPC improved fromF37toD60
Heating Controls
Prog + TRVsFull
Heating controls upgraded for better temperature management
Hot Water
AverageGood
Hot water efficiency improved
Windows
Partial DoubleMostly Double
Windows upgraded, improving insulation
Roof Insulation
PartialWell Insulated
Loft insulation upgraded to recommended levels
Low Energy Lighting
6%35%
More low energy lighting installed
Jun 2024from Sept 2011
Windows
Mostly DoubleFull Double
Windows upgraded, improving insulation
Walls
Very PoorAverage
Wall insulation improved
Low Energy Lighting
35%100%
More low energy lighting installed
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Price & History
Transactions and market trends
Estimated value
£538,379
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Transaction history
+8.8%(3y)
£370,000Latest
May 2013£339,950
Dec 2009£118,000
Apr 1999Source: HM Land Registry
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House Price Index
England+1.6%
101.5
Feb 26
UK HPI from HM Land Registry. Baseline: Jan 2015 = 100.
How This Property Compares
See how this property stacks up against others nearby
Comparing to 11 other houses on this street
Price per m²
Property value per square metre of floor space
£2,418/£2,536 avg
LowerHigher
Around average
Years Held
Time since last sale — indicates ownership stability
13 years/11 years avg
ShorterLonger
Held longer than 71% of similar properties
EPC Rating
Government energy efficiency score (1–100)
65 (D)/57 (D) avg
Less efficientMore efficient
Around average
Floor Area
Total internal floor space
153 m²/130 m² avg
SmallerLarger
Larger than 73% of similar properties
CO₂ Emissions
Annual carbon output from heating, hot water & lighting
4.9 t/year/5.5 t/year avg
Higher emissionsLower emissions
Lower emissions than 64% of similar properties
Habitable Rooms
Living spaces like bedrooms & living rooms
8 rooms/6 rooms avg
FewerMore
More rooms than 95% of similar properties
Comparisons are based on the most recent EPC data for each property in this postcode. Only similar property types (houses) are compared.
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About West Down, Ilfracombe
This property is located in Ilfracombe, a coastal town in Devon, within the EX 34 postal district.
Ilfracombe is a town in Devon, England, that serves as a seaside resort and civil parish on the North Devon coast. The town features a small harbour that is surrounded by cliffs, offering scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Its coastal setting provides a distinct maritime character, with the harbour acting as a focal point for local activities. The surrounding cliffs contribute to a rugged natural landscape, giving residents and visitors a sense of the dramatic coastline typical of North Devon. The town’s identity as a resort highlights its appeal to those who enjoy beachside living and the cultural atmosphere of a coastal community. The postal district EX 34 places Ilfracombe within the broader regional context of Devon, supporting its connection to nearby towns and transport links within the county.
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Road Noise
Average road noise levels for this postcode
Daytime
07:00 – 23:00
43.7dB
Low
Night-time
23:00 – 07:00
35.9dB
Low55 dB
60 dB
65 dB
70 dB
75 dB
80 dB
Defra Road Noise Strategic Mapping, Round 4Crime Analysis
12 months of data for Ilfracombe
Total Crimes
38
Monthly Avg
3
Recent Trend
Rising
Most Common
Violence & Sexual
Crime by Category
Violence & Sexual11(29%)
Shoplifting9(24%)
Other Theft6(16%)
Public Order6(16%)
Criminal Damage & Arson3(8%)
Burglary2(5%)
Drugs1(3%)
Recent Incidents
Criminal Damage & Arson
Nov 2025On or near Parking Area
Violence & Sexual
Nov 2025On or near Church Street
Violence & Sexual
Nov 2025On or near High Street
Violence & Sexual
Oct 2025On or near Church Street
Violence & Sexual
Oct 2025On or near Church Street
Public Order
Oct 2025On or near High Street
Data from Police UK • Updated monthly
Local Amenities
Schools and transport links nearby
Nearby Schools
1 within 3kmP
West Down School
330m
4 mins
Transport Links
13 within 3kmThe Square
Bus Stop221m
3 mins
Woodpecker Bar & Kitchen
Bus Stop924m
11 mins
Railway Cottages
Bus Stop1.3km
16 mins
Dean Lane
Bus Stop1.4km
16 mins
Trimstone Cross
Bus Stop1.7km
21 mins
Twitchen Cross
Bus Stop1.9km
22 mins
School data from Dept. for Education • Transport data from NaPTAN
Map
14 points of interest nearby
Map data from OpenStreetMap • Transport data from NaPTAN • School data from Dept. for Education • Scenic data from Beautifulplaces.ai
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