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Energy Performance Certificate

1 Charlotte Close

BH12 5HR

POOLE

Current

A

93

Potential

A

97

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in POOLE, BH12 5HR. The property offers 161m² (1733 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of A (93/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1822, comprising £1362 for heating, £285 for hot water, and £175 for lighting. The property produces 1.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 1 Charlotte Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 93/100, this POOLE property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1822 are close to the UK average. At 161m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 1.1 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BH12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property93
Average60
+55% better
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vs POOLE

This property93
Average64
+45% better
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vs BH12

This property93
Average60
+55% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 93/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £1189/year more than the POOLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(93 points)

Potential Rating

A(97 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 May 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

1 Charlotte Close

BH12 5HR

POOLE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

161.0

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

93 / 100

Potential: 97

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CO₂ Emissions

1.1 tonnes/year

7 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

32 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 May 2024

marketed sale

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About POOLE

POOLE is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in POOLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £729 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH12 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1362.0/yr

Save £141/yr

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Hot Water

£285.0/yr

Save £114/yr

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Lighting

95.0% low energy

£175.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 95% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBH10 4JA

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Talbot Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBH12 5ED

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Winton Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBH10 4HT

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Outstanding

Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBH12 1PG

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Glenmoor Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBH10 4EX

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Outstanding

Kingsleigh Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBH10 5HT

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

The Bourne Academy

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayBH10 5HS

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayBH12 4DZ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime212 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

54 incidents (25%)

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Shoplifting

54 incidents (25%)

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violent crime

54 incidents (25%)

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Public order

13 incidents (6%)

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Criminal damage

11 incidents (5%)

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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