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20, Blaen Wern, Cwmdare

CF44 8SD

ABERDARE

Current

C

75

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in ABERDARE, CF44 8SD. The property offers 182m² (1959 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1137, comprising £922 for heating, £122 for hot water, and £93 for lighting. The property produces 5.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2017 for £300,000.

How Does 20, Blaen Wern Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this ABERDARE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1137 are approximately £663 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 182m², 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 CF44 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs ABERDARE

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs CF44

This property75
Average59
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £353/year more than the ABERDARE 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(75 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 5 Aug 2017

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Property Information

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Full Address

20, Blaen Wern

Cwmdare

CF44 8SD

ABERDARE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

182.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

5.2 tonnes/year

28 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

161 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 Aug 2017

marketed sale

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About ABERDARE

ABERDARE is situated in Cardiff, Wales. Properties in ABERDARE have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The CF44 postcode district contains over 13200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£300,000

20 December 2017

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£922.0/yr

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Hot Water

£122.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£93.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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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

Longtown Community Primary School

Primary
📍26.4 miles awayHR2 0LE

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Michaelchurch Escley Primary School

Primary
📍28.4 miles awayHR2 0PT

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Ewyas Harold Primary School

Primary
📍29.6 miles awayHR2 0EY

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Clifford Primary School

Primary
📍31.1 miles awayHR3 5HA

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Fairfield High School

Secondary
📍31.1 miles awayHR2 0SG
?Not yet rated

Peterchurch Primary School

Primary
📍31.4 miles awayHR2 0RP

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Garway Primary School

Primary
📍31.9 miles awayHR2 8RQ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Mary Elton Primary School

Primary
📍32.8 miles awayBS21 7SX

Last inspected: Mar 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

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

Low Crime59 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

29 incidents (49%)

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Anti-social behaviour

14 incidents (24%)

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Public order

6 incidents (10%)

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Criminal damage

3 incidents (5%)

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Shoplifting

3 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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