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18 St. Barnabas Close

BS4 1DE

BRISTOL

Current

C

74

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in BRISTOL, BS4 1DE. The property offers 43m² (463 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 £850, comprising £474 for heating, £319 for hot water, and £57 for lighting. The property produces 0.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 18 St. Barnabas Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this BRISTOL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £850 are approximately £950 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 43m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.5 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 BS4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs BRISTOL

This property74
Average63
+17% better
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vs BS4

This property74
Average60
+23% better

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: £190/year more than the BRISTOL average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 2 Oct 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

18 St. Barnabas Close

BS4 1DE

BRISTOL

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Property Type

Flat

Not Recorded

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

43.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

0.5 tonnes/year

12 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

134 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Oct 2025

marketed sale

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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. The BS4 postcode district contains over 16200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£474.0/yr

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Hot Water

£319.0/yr

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Lighting

67.0% low energy

£57.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Below average lighting efficiency

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Oasis Academy Connaught

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBS4 1NH

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Oasis Academy Marksbury Road

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBS3 5JL

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Outstanding

Knowle Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBS4 2XG

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Ilminster Avenue E-ACT Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBS4 1BX

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

School of Christ The King Catholic Primary

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBS4 1HD

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Victoria Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBS3 4QS

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Hillcrest Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBS4 3DE

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

St Mary Redcliffe Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBS3 4DP

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

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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