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2 Upper Cottages, Compton Abdale

GL54 4DP

CHELTENHAM

Current

D

58

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in CHELTENHAM, GL54 4DP. The property offers 62m² (667 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). 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 pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £847, comprising £523 for heating, £283 for hot water, and £41 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2021 for £315,000. 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 2 Upper Cottages Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this CHELTENHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £847 are approximately £953 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.0 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 GL54 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property58
Average60
-3% below
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vs CHELTENHAM

This property58
Average62
-6% below
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vs GL54

This property58
Average55
+5% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £96/year more than the CHELTENHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(58 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 Sept 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Upper Cottages

Compton Abdale

GL54 4DP

CHELTENHAM

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

62.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

58 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

4.0 tonnes/year

64 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

376 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Sept 2014

rental (private)

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About CHELTENHAM

CHELTENHAM is situated in Gloucestershire, South West. Properties in CHELTENHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £228 below the CHELTENHAM average, offering good value. The GL54 postcode district contains over 9500 registered properties. Like many CHELTENHAM 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

£315,000

24 September 2021

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£523/yr

Save £132/yr

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Hot Water

£283/yr

Save £155/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£41/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Sandstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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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

Withington Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayGL54 4BQ

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Andoversford Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayGL54 4HR

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Northleach Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayGL54 3HJ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Andrew's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.5 miles awayGL54 4AJ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Cold Aston Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.4 miles awayGL54 3BN
?Not yet rated

North Cerney Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍6.1 miles awayGL7 7BZ

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Balcarras School

Secondary
📍6.1 miles awayGL53 8QF

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

The High School Leckhampton

Secondary
📍6.1 miles awayGL51 3FS
?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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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.

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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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