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Energy Performance Certificate

2 Caton Close

BH12 5EU

POOLE

Current

C

73

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in POOLE, BH12 5EU. The property offers 108m² (1163 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £708, comprising £499 for heating, £120 for hot water, and £89 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2023 for £530,000.

How Does 2 Caton Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this POOLE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £708 are approximately £1092 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 108m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.1 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 property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs POOLE

This property73
Average64
+14% better
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vs BH12

This property73
Average60
+22% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £75/year more than the POOLE 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(73 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 17 Sept 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Caton Close

BH12 5EU

POOLE

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

108.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

29 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

165 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Sept 2022

marketed sale

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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.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£530,000

6 July 2023

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£499.0/yr

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Hot Water

£120.0/yr

Save £40/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£89.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, 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

Talbot Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBH12 5ED

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBH10 4JA

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBH12 1PG

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Winton Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayBH10 4HT

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Outstanding

Glenmoor Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayBH10 4EX

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Outstanding

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBH12 4DZ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Kingsleigh Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBH10 5HT

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

The Bourne Academy

Secondary
📍1 miles awayBH10 5HS

Last inspected: Nov 2019

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime158 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

54 incidents (34%)

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Anti-social behaviour

38 incidents (24%)

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Shoplifting

28 incidents (18%)

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Burglary

8 incidents (5%)

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Criminal damage

8 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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