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10, Dunster Road, Llanrumney

CF3 5TR

CARDIFF

Current

C

71

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in CARDIFF, CF3 5TR. The property offers 58m² (624 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). 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, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £513, comprising £375 for heating, £78 for hot water, and £60 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 10, Dunster Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this CARDIFF property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £513 are approximately £1287 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 58m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 CF3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs CARDIFF

This property71
Average64
+11% better
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vs CF3

This property71
Average65
+9% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £105/year less than the CARDIFF average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 Nov 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

10, Dunster Road

Llanrumney

CF3 5TR

CARDIFF

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Property Type

Bungalow

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

58.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

180 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Nov 2013

rental (social)

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About CARDIFF

CARDIFF is situated in Cardiff, Wales. Properties in CARDIFF have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £243 below the CARDIFF average, offering good value. The CF3 postcode district contains over 15900 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CARDIFF area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£375.0/yr

Save £30/yr

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Hot Water

£78.0/yr

Save £22/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£60.0/yr

Save £24/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Poor
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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 33% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Mary Elton Primary School

Primary
📍12.7 miles awayBS21 7SX

Last inspected: Mar 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

St John the Evangelist Church School

Primary
📍12.8 miles awayBS21 5EL

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Kewstoke Primary School

Primary
📍12.9 miles awayBS22 9YF

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Clevedon School

Secondary
📍13 miles awayBS21 6AH
?Not yet rated

St Nicholas Chantry Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍13 miles awayBS21 7LT

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Worlebury St Pauls Church School

Primary
📍13 miles awayBS22 9RH
?Not yet rated

Yeo Moor Primary School

Primary
📍13.1 miles awayBS21 6JL

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

All Saints Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍13.2 miles awayBS21 6AU

Last inspected: Apr 2023

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

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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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