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228 The Blake Building, Admirals Quay

SO14 3LJ

SOUTHAMPTON

Current

B

88

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in SOUTHAMPTON, SO14 3LJ. The property offers 63mยฒ (678 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (88/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the ยฃ7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are ยฃ405, comprising ยฃ96 for heating, ยฃ219 for hot water, and ยฃ90 for lighting. The property produces 0.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 228 The Blake Building Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 88/100, this SOUTHAMPTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of ยฃ405 are approximately ยฃ1395 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 0.7 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 SO14 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property88
Average60
+47% better
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vs SOUTHAMPTON

This property88
Average63
+40% better
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vs SO14

This property88
Average64
+38% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 88/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ176/year less than the SOUTHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Current
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

B(88 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

Based on assessment dated 1 Jul 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

228 The Blake Building

Admirals Quay

Ocean Way

SO14 3LJ

SOUTHAMPTON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

63.0 mยฒ

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

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Efficiency Score

88 / 100

Potential: 88

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

0.7 tonnes/year

12 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

69 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

1 Jul 2024

rental

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About SOUTHAMPTON

SOUTHAMPTON is situated in Hampshire, South East. Properties in SOUTHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are ยฃ485 below the SOUTHAMPTON average, offering good value. The SO14 postcode district contains over 14700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

ยฃ96.0/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ219.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

ยฃ90.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good
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Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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๐Ÿ“Š Compare with UK-Wide Property Data

See how this property compares to national averages. Explore energy efficiency trends, top-rated areas, and comprehensive UK property statistics.

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Hope Community School Southampton

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขSO14 1NF

Last inspected: Feb 2022

โœ“Good

St John's Primary and Nursery School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขSO14 2AU

Last inspected: Sept 2022

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขSO14 1LU

Last inspected: Oct 2023

โญOutstanding

Woolston Infant School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขSO19 9DB
?Not yet rated

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขSO19 2JE

Last inspected: Jun 2019

โœ“Good

Ludlow Infant Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.9 miles awayโ€ขSO19 2EU

Last inspected: Oct 2018

โœ“Good

Ludlow Junior School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1 miles awayโ€ขSO19 2DW

Last inspected: Mar 2020

โœ“Good

Maytree Nursery and Infants' School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1.2 miles awayโ€ขSO14 0DY

Last inspected: Dec 2022

โš ๏ธ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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

โšก 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 Crime633 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

225 incidents (36%)

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Shoplifting

120 incidents (19%)

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Anti-social behaviour

64 incidents (10%)

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Drugs

41 incidents (6%)

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Criminal damage

40 incidents (6%)

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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