Energy Performance Certificate
131 NORTOFT ROAD
BH8 8QB
BOURNEMOUTH
Current
C
74
Potential
B
91
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH8 8QB. The property offers 49m² (527 sq ft) of compact living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (91/100). Underfloor heating provides even heat distribution and works particularly well with heat pumps due to the lower water temperatures required. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £531, comprising £335 for heating, £153 for hot water, and £43 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2019 for £52,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 131 NORTOFT ROAD Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this BOURNEMOUTH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £531 are approximately £1269 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 49m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 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 BH8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BOURNEMOUTH
vs BH8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £97/year less than the BOURNEMOUTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 29 Sept 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
131 NORTOFT ROAD
BH8 8QB
BOURNEMOUTH
Property Type
House
Detached
Floor Area
49.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 91
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
50 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
294 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
29 Sept 2020
rental
About BOURNEMOUTH
BOURNEMOUTH is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in BOURNEMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £293 below the BOURNEMOUTH average, offering good value. The BH8 postcode district contains over 10900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£52,000
5 June 2019
Type: O
vs previous sale
£35,000
14 September 2018
Type: O
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 48.6% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric underfloor heating
£335.0/yr
Hot Water
£153.0/yr
Save £80/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£43.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m-¦K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Electric underfloor heating
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Malmesbury Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Livingstone Academy Bournemouth
All-throughBethany Church of England Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St Clement's and St John's Church of England Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Queen's Park Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2014
Queen's Park Infant Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Bournemouth School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2011
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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.