Energy Performance Certificate
26, Kersteman Road
BS6 7BX
BRISTOL
Current
D
61
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BRISTOL, BS6 7BX. The property offers 171m² (1841 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1488, comprising £1212 for heating, £113 for hot water, and £163 for lighting. The property produces 6.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2024 for £1,000,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 26, Kersteman Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this BRISTOL property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1488 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 171m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 6.8 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BS6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRISTOL
vs BS6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £828/year more than the BRISTOL average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 5 Jun 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
26, Kersteman Road
BS6 7BX
BRISTOL
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
171.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
61 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
6.8 tonnes/year
40 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
226 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Jun 2015
marketed sale
About BRISTOL
BRISTOL is situated in Bristol, South West. Properties in BRISTOL have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £552 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BS6 postcode district contains over 13100 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BRISTOL area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£1,000,000
23 September 2024
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£675,000
18 December 2015
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 48.1% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1212.0/yr
Save £485/yr
Hot Water
£113.0/yr
Lighting
4.0% low energy
£163.0/yr
Save £80/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Mostly double glazing
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 4% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Redland Green School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St Bonaventure's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Cotham Gardens Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Montpelier High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Bishop Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2011
Westbury Park School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2014
The Dolphin School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Cotham School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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.