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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

21, Sturminster Close

BS14 8EH

BRISTOL

Current

G

13

Potential

D

66

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,938

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£540

potential per year

This property costs approximately £138 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,398 annually.

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This G-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

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£7,500

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £1,398 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This semi-detached flat is located in BRISTOL, BS14 8EH. The property offers 48m² (517 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (13/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (66/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £1938, comprising £1351 for heating, £524 for hot water, and £63 for lighting. The property produces 5.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of G, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(13 points)

Achievable Rating

D(66 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 15 Jan 2019

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Good

📦 Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

No system present: electric heaters assumed

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

33.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average

Property Information

📍

Full Address

21, Sturminster Close

BS14 8EH

BRISTOL

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

📐

Floor Area

48.0

2.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

5.9 tonnes/year

124 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

732 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in BRISTOL

BRISTOL properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (BS14) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

No system present: electric heaters assumed

£1351 /yr

Save £931/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£524 /yr

Save £467/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

33.0% low energy

£63 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Woodlands Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBS14 8DQ

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Waycroft Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBS14 8PS

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

St Bernadette Catholic Secondary School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayBS14 9LS

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

St Bernadette Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBS14 9LP

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Whitchurch Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBS14 0PT
?Not yet rated

Oasis Academy John Williams

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBS14 9BU

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Oasis Academy New Oak

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBS14 9SN

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

West Town Lane Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBS4 5DT

Last inspected: Feb 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
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

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 Crime244 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
📊

violent crime

125 incidents (51%)

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Anti-social behaviour

34 incidents (14%)

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Public order

24 incidents (10%)

🚗

Vehicle crime

14 incidents (6%)

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Theft

13 incidents (5%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

Public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.