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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

23, Malin Close

SO16 8BX

SOUTHAMPTON

Current

F

37

Potential

C

73

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,155

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£521

potential per year

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-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 F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £634 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
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Payback
~6 yrs
Current Costs
£1,155/yr
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Loft Insulation

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced flat is located in SOUTHAMPTON, SO16 8BX. The property offers 49m² (527 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (37/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). 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 £1155, comprising £567 for heating, £513 for hot water, and £75 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, 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
Potential
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
Current
G1-20

Current Rating

F(37 points)

Achievable Rating

C(73 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 Dec 2018

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

Pitched, 50 mm loft insulation

Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting

Very Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

23, Malin Close

SO16 8BX

SOUTHAMPTON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

49.0

2.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

3.6 tonnes/year

75 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

441 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

£567 /yr

Save £410/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£513 /yr

Save £190/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy

£75 /yr

Save £34/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Fairisle Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awaySO16 8BY

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Fairisle Junior School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awaySO16 8BY

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Rownhams St John's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySO16 8AD

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Oasis Academy Lord's Hill

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awaySO16 8FA

Last inspected: Feb 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Nursling Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySO16 0XH

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Sinclair Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySO16 8GF

Last inspected: Jan 2013

Outstanding

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySO16 9LP

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Outstanding

Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School

Primary
📍0.9 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
⬆️

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 Crime247 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

82 incidents (33%)

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Anti-social behaviour

47 incidents (19%)

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Public order

20 incidents (8%)

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Vehicle crime

18 incidents (7%)

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Criminal damage

16 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.

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

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