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Energy Performance Certificate

168 Spring Road

BH1 4PX

BOURNEMOUTH

Current

C

72

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH1 4PX. The property offers 63m² (678 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £771, comprising £484 for heating, £177 for hot water, and £110 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 168 Spring Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this BOURNEMOUTH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £771 are approximately £1029 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 BH1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs BOURNEMOUTH

This property72
Average61
+18% better
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vs BH1

This property72
Average61
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £143/year more than the BOURNEMOUTH 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(72 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 20 Nov 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

168 Spring Road

BH1 4PX

BOURNEMOUTH

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

63.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

194 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Nov 2024

rental

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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. The BH1 postcode district contains over 13600 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

£484.0/yr

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Hot Water

£177.0/yr

Save £68/yr

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Lighting

57.0% low energy

£110.0/yr

Save £33/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, limited 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 57% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Clement's and St John's Church of England Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBH1 4DZ

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Bethany Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBH1 4DJ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

King's Park Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBH1 4NB

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Malmesbury Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBH8 8LU

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBH5 2BX

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Avonwood Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBH7 6NB
?Not yet rated

Avonbourne Girls Academy

Secondary
📍1 miles awayBH7 6NY

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Livingstone Academy Bournemouth

All-through
📍1 miles awayBH1 1PA
?Not yet rated

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

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime487 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

140 incidents (29%)

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violent crime

126 incidents (26%)

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Criminal damage

50 incidents (10%)

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Vehicle crime

41 incidents (8%)

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Theft

24 incidents (5%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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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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