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18 Morley Road

BH5 2JJ

BOURNEMOUTH

Current

D

65

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH5 2JJ. The property offers 69m² (743 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1590, comprising £1182 for heating, £272 for hot water, and £136 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 18 Morley Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this BOURNEMOUTH property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1590 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 3.0 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 BH5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs BOURNEMOUTH

This property65
Average61
+7% better
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vs BH5

This property65
Average61
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £962/year more than the BOURNEMOUTH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(65 points)

Potential Rating

C(75 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 19 Sept 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

18 Morley Road

BH5 2JJ

BOURNEMOUTH

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

69.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

44 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

249 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

19 Sept 2023

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). Heating costs are £554 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH5 postcode district contains over 6200 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BOURNEMOUTH area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1182.0/yr

Save £488/yr

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Hot Water

£272.0/yr

Save £33/yr

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Lighting

83.0% low energy

£136.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no 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 83% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Pokesdown Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBH5 2AS
?Not yet rated

St James' Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBH7 6DW

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBH5 2BX

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Avonwood Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBH7 6NB
?Not yet rated

Avonbourne Girls Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBH7 6NY

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Avonbourne Boys' Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBH7 6NZ
?Not yet rated

King's Park Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBH1 4NB

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Stourfield Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBH6 5JS

Last inspected: Oct 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

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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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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