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21, Blackbird Road

NP26 5RB

CALDICOT

Current

B

87

Potential

A

93

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in CALDICOT, NP26 5RB. The property offers 82m² (883 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of B (87/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (93/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £548, comprising £420 for heating, £59 for hot water, and £69 for lighting. The property produces 1.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2023 for £230,000.

How Does 21, Blackbird Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 87/100, this CALDICOT property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £548 are approximately £1252 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.1 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NP26 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property87
Average60
+45% better
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vs CALDICOT

This property87
Average66
+32% better
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vs NP26

This property87
Average65
+34% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 87/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £131/year less than the CALDICOT average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(87 points)

Potential Rating

A(93 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 15 Oct 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

21, Blackbird Road

NP26 5RB

CALDICOT

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

82.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

87 / 100

Potential: 93

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CO₂ Emissions

1.1 tonnes/year

13 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

72 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

15 Oct 2022

not sale or rental

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About CALDICOT

CALDICOT is situated in Newport, Wales. Properties in CALDICOT have an average EPC rating of D (score 66/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £259 below the CALDICOT average, offering good value. The NP26 postcode district contains over 7400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£230,000

6 September 2023

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£420.0/yr

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Hot Water

£59.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£69.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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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

Severn Beach Primary School

Primary
📍4.2 miles awayBS35 4PP

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

St Peter's Anglican / Methodist VC Primary

Primary
📍5.1 miles awayBS35 4JG

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Offa's Mead Academy

Primary
📍5.4 miles awayNP16 7DT

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Wyedean School and Sixth Form Centre

Secondary
📍5.5 miles awayNP16 7AA

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Tutshill Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍6 miles awayNP16 7BJ

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Avonmouth Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍6.7 miles awayBS11 9LG

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Portishead Primary School

Primary
📍6.7 miles awayBS20 7DB

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Nova Primary School

Primary
📍6.8 miles awayBS11 9NG

Last inspected: Jul 2022

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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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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