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Energy Performance Certificate

19a Argyll Road

BH5 1EB

BOURNEMOUTH

Current

D

66

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached maisonette is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH5 1EB. The property offers 143m² (1539 sq ft) of spacious living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). 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%. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2006, comprising £1384 for heating, £472 for hot water, and £150 for lighting. The property produces 6.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does 19a Argyll Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this BOURNEMOUTH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £2006 are close to the UK average. At 143m², 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 BH5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs BOURNEMOUTH

This property66
Average61
+8% better
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vs BH5

This property66
Average61
+8% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1378/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(66 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 May 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

19a Argyll Road

BH5 1EB

BOURNEMOUTH

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Property Type

Maisonette

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

143.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

6.2 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

257 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 May 2025

marketed sale

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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 £756 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH5 postcode district contains over 6200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£1384.0/yr

Save £294/yr

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Hot Water

£472.0/yr

Save £173/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£150.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Bethany Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBH1 4DJ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

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

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBH1 4DZ

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

King's Park Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBH1 4NB

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBH5 2BX

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Pokesdown Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBH5 2AS
?Not yet rated

Malmesbury Park Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBH8 8LU

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

St James' Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayBH7 6DW

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Avonwood Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayBH7 6NB
?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 Crime391 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

110 incidents (28%)

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violent crime

99 incidents (25%)

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Criminal damage

42 incidents (11%)

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Vehicle crime

34 incidents (9%)

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Theft

21 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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