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Energy Performance Certificate

10, MacDowall Road

GU2 9LD

GUILDFORD

Current

C

75

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in GUILDFORD, GU2 9LD. The property offers 129m² (1389 sq ft) of spacious living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £770, comprising £515 for heating, £124 for hot water, and £131 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 10, MacDowall Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this GUILDFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £770 are approximately £1030 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 129m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.1 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 GU2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs GUILDFORD

This property75
Average61
+23% better
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vs GU2

This property75
Average60
+25% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £26/year less than the GUILDFORD 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(75 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 6 Feb 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

10, MacDowall Road

GU2 9LD

GUILDFORD

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

129.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

24 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

128 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

6 Feb 2014

marketed sale

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About GUILDFORD

GUILDFORD is situated in Surrey, South East. Properties in GUILDFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £281 below the GUILDFORD average, offering good value. The GU2 postcode district contains over 9300 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

£515.0/yr

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Hot Water

£124.0/yr

Save £45/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£131.0/yr

Save £66/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Northmead Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayGU2 9ZA

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Stoughton Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayGU2 9ZT
?Not yet rated

Christ's College, Guildford

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayGU1 1JY

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Weyfield Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayGU1 1QJ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayGU2 8YH
?Not yet rated

Worplesdon Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayGU3 3NL

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Kings College Guildford

Secondary
📍1.5 miles awayGU2 8DU

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Guildford Grove Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayGU2 8YD

Last inspected: Nov 2018

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.

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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