Energy Performance Certificate
13 Chester House, Chester Street
SY1 1NA
SHREWSBURY
Current
C
70
Potential
C
70
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in SHREWSBURY, SY1 1NA. The property offers 176m² (1894 sq ft) of spacious living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £1408, comprising £1075 for heating, £228 for hot water, and £105 for lighting. The property produces 5.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 13 Chester House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this SHREWSBURY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1408 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 176m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SY1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SHREWSBURY
vs SY1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £601/year more than the SHREWSBURY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 24 Jun 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
13 Chester House
Chester Street
SY1 1NA
SHREWSBURY
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
176.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 70
CO₂ Emissions
5.3 tonnes/year
30 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
178 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Jun 2019
marketed sale
About SHREWSBURY
SHREWSBURY is situated in Shrewsbury, Wales. Properties in SHREWSBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £268 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SY1 postcode district contains over 9700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, electric
£1075.0/yr
Hot Water
£228.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£105.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
System built, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Flat, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully triple glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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Average download speed: 69 Mbps
Download Speed
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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.