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Energy Performance Certificate

1a, Beaconsfield Road

BH12 2NH

POOLE

Current

D

64

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in POOLE, BH12 2NH. The property offers 61m² (657 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (64/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). 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 £672, comprising £525 for heating, £105 for hot water, and £42 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2024 for £228,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database. 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 1a, Beaconsfield Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this POOLE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £672 are approximately £1128 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.8 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 BH12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property64
Average60
+7% better
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vs POOLE

This property64
Average64
At average
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vs BH12

This property64
Average60
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 64/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £39/year more than the POOLE 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(64 points)

Potential Rating

C(73 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 Apr 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

1a, Beaconsfield Road

BH12 2NH

POOLE

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

61.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

64 / 100

Potential: 73

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

46 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

259 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Apr 2015

rental (private)

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About POOLE

POOLE is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in POOLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The BH12 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties. Like many POOLE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£228,000

29 October 2024

Type: Flat

+£50,000(+28.1%)

vs previous sale

£178,000

28 October 2016

Type: Flat

+£58,000(+48.3%)

vs previous sale

£120,000

17 September 2015

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 90.0% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£525.0/yr

Save £127/yr

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Hot Water

£105.0/yr

Save £33/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£42.0/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

Average
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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Heatherlands Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBH12 2BG

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Livingstone Road Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBH12 3DT

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Livingstone Road Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBH12 3DX

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Courthill Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBH14 9HL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBH12 4DZ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St Aldhelm's Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayBH12 4HS

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Baden-Powell and St Peter's Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBH14 8UL

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Manorside Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayBH12 4JG

Last inspected: Feb 2018

Outstanding

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: 479 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:479 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:192 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 Crime274 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

88 incidents (32%)

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Anti-social behaviour

64 incidents (23%)

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Shoplifting

42 incidents (15%)

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Criminal damage

21 incidents (8%)

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Burglary

17 incidents (6%)

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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