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Energy Performance Certificate

2A KITCHENER ROAD

SO17 3SG

SOUTHAMPTON

Current

D

58

Potential

A

97

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in SOUTHAMPTON, SO17 3SG. The property offers 30m² (323 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (97/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £660, comprising £440 for heating, £167 for hot water, and £53 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. 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 2A KITCHENER ROAD Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this SOUTHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £660 are approximately £1140 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 30m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.8 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 SO17 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property58
Average60
-3% below
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vs SOUTHAMPTON

This property58
Average63
-8% below
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vs SO17

This property58
Average61
-5% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £79/year more than the SOUTHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(58 points)

Potential Rating

A(97 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Jul 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

2A KITCHENER ROAD

SO17 3SG

SOUTHAMPTON

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

30.0

2.0 total rooms

0.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

58 / 100

Potential: 97

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CO₂ Emissions

1.8 tonnes/year

60 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

352 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Jul 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 SO17 postcode district contains over 8100 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

No system present: electric heaters assumed

£440.0/yr

Save £212/yr

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Hot Water

£167.0/yr

Save £92/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£53.0/yr

Save £18/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Flat, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

No system present: electric heaters assumed

Very Poor

Main Fuel

To be used only when there is no heating/hot-water system or data is from a community network

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Portswood Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awaySO17 3AA

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Swaythling Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySO17 3SZ

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Bassett Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySO16 3BZ

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Bitterne Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySO18 1NX

Last inspected: Sept 2014

Outstanding

St Denys Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySO17 2ND

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Highfield Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySO17 1PX

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Bitterne Park School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awaySO18 1BU

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Cantell School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awaySO16 3GJ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

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
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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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