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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

23, Irving Road

SO16 4EF

SOUTHAMPTON

Current

F

31

Potential

C

73

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,834

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£725

potential per year

This property costs approximately £34 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,109 annually.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £1,109 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced maisonette is located in SOUTHAMPTON, SO16 4EF. The property offers 80m² (861 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (31/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). The flat roof has poor insulation. Flat roof insulation is more complex but essential for preventing heat loss and condensation issues, typically costing £1,000-£3,000 depending on access and method. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1834, comprising £1328 for heating, £386 for hot water, and £120 for lighting. The property produces 5.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2020 for £110,000.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(31 points)

Achievable Rating

C(73 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 16 Jan 2020

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

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average

🏗️ Roof

Flat, limited insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

18.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 18% of fixed outlets

Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

23, Irving Road

SO16 4EF

SOUTHAMPTON

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Property Type

Maisonette

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

80.0

4.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

5.2 tonnes/year

65 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

387 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in SOUTHAMPTON

SOUTHAMPTON properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (SO16) 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

Room heaters, electric

£1328 /yr

Save £864/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£386 /yr

Save £198/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

18.0% low energy

£120 /yr

Save £47/yr with improvements

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.

£110,000

F

Sept 2020

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Newlands Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySO16 9QX

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Shirley Warren Primary & Nursery School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySO16 6AY

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Mason Moor Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySO16 4AS

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Regents Park Community College

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awaySO16 4GW

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Oasis Academy Lord's Hill

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awaySO16 8FA

Last inspected: Feb 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Tanners Brook Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySO15 4PF

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Wordsworth Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySO15 5LH

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySO16 9HZ

Last inspected: Jul 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
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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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