Energy Performance Certificate
14 Flax Bourton Road, Failand
BS8 3UW
BRISTOL
Current
A
95
Potential
A
105
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BRISTOL, BS8 3UW. The property offers 164m² (1765 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of A (95/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2411, comprising £1933 for heating, £345 for hot water, and £133 for lighting. The property last sold in May 2019 for £480,000.
How Does 14 Flax Bourton Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 95/100, this BRISTOL property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Energy costs of £2411 annually are £611 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 164m², 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 BS8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRISTOL
vs BS8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 95/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £1751/year more than the BRISTOL average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 3 Dec 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
14 Flax Bourton Road
Failand
BS8 3UW
BRISTOL
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
164.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
95 / 100
Potential: 105
CO₂ Emissions
-4.2 tonnes/year
-26 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
-13 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Dec 2024
rental
About BRISTOL
BRISTOL is situated in Bristol, South West. Properties in BRISTOL have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1273 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BS8 postcode district contains over 12100 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BRISTOL area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£480,000
3 May 2019
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, wood pellets
£1933.0/yr
Save £509/yr
Hot Water
£345.0/yr
Save £134/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£133.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, wood pellets
Main Fuel
bulk wood pellets
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School
PrimaryBirdwell Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Wraxall Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Northleaze Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Golden Valley Primary School
PrimaryBackwell School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
St Katherine's School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Backwell Church of England Junior School
PrimaryAbout 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.