Energy Performance Certificate
2b, Drum Road
SO50 5SU
EASTLEIGH
Current
C
73
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in EASTLEIGH, SO50 5SU. The property offers 49.97m² (538 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £421, comprising £254 for heating, £133 for hot water, and £34 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 2b, Drum Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this EASTLEIGH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £421 are approximately £1379 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 49.97m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SO50 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs EASTLEIGH
vs SO50
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £157/year less than the EASTLEIGH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 26 Sept 2011
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Property Information
Full Address
2b, Drum Road
SO50 5SU
EASTLEIGH
Property Type
Flat
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Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
49.97 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
48 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
272 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Sept 2011
rental (social)
About EASTLEIGH
EASTLEIGH is situated in Hampshire, South East. Properties in EASTLEIGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). Heating costs are £324 below the EASTLEIGH average, offering good value. The SO50 postcode district contains over 18200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£254.0/yr
Save £72/yr
Hot Water
£133.0/yr
Save £16/yr
Lighting
88.0% low energy
£34.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 88% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Norwood Primary & Pre-School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
The Crescent Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Cherbourg Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Shakespeare Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Crestwood Community School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Shakespeare Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Nightingale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
The Toynbee School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
127 incidents (46%)
Anti-social behaviour
35 incidents (13%)
Public order
21 incidents (8%)
Criminal damage
19 incidents (7%)
Shoplifting
19 incidents (7%)
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. 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.