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26 LINCOLN COURT, SOUTHAMPTON

SO15 7PY

SOUTHAMPTON

Current

D

55

Potential

D

68

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in SOUTHAMPTON, SO15 7PY. The property offers 61mยฒ (657 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 ยฃ1046, comprising ยฃ624 for heating, ยฃ363 for hot water, and ยฃ59 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2021 for ยฃ212,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 26 LINCOLN COURT Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this SOUTHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ1046 are approximately ยฃ754 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SO15 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs SOUTHAMPTON

This property55
Average63
-13% below
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vs SO15

This property55
Average61
-10% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ465/year more than the SOUTHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(55 points)

Potential Rating

D(68 points)

Based on assessment dated 21 Jan 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

26 LINCOLN COURT

SOUTHAMPTON

SO15 7PY

SOUTHAMPTON

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

61.0 mยฒ

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

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Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 68

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

4.5 tonnes/year

73 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

433 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

21 Jan 2021

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). The SO15 postcode district contains over 18100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

ยฃ212,000

14 December 2021

Type: Flat

โ†—+ยฃ22,000(+11.6%)

vs previous sale

ยฃ190,000

30 June 2017

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 11.6% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

ยฃ624.0/yr

Save ยฃ257/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ363.0/yr

Save ยฃ61/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

ยฃ59.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average
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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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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Upper Shirley High School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขSO15 7QU

Last inspected: Oct 2019

โœ“Good

Shirley Junior School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขSO15 5XE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

โœ“Good

Shirley Infant School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขSO15 5LA

Last inspected: Sept 2019

โœ“Good

Hollybrook Junior School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขSO16 6RL

Last inspected: Jan 2019

โœ“Good

Hollybrook Infant School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขSO16 6RN

Last inspected: Feb 2020

โœ“Good

Wordsworth Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขSO15 5LH

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Highfield Church of England Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขSO17 1PX

Last inspected: Jul 2022

โœ“Good

Banister Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.9 miles awayโ€ขSO15 2LS

Last inspected: Nov 2018

โœ“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

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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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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