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3 Felton Crescent, Highcliffe

BH23 5AX

CHRISTCHURCH

Current

C

74

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in CHRISTCHURCH, BH23 5AX. The property offers 97m² (1044 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. 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 £1414, comprising £1018 for heating, £313 for hot water, and £83 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2022 for £600,000.

How Does 3 Felton Crescent Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this CHRISTCHURCH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1414 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 97m² floor area is above 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 BH23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs CHRISTCHURCH

This property74
Average62
+19% better
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vs BH23

This property74
Average61
+21% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £733/year more than the CHRISTCHURCH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 16 Dec 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

3 Felton Crescent

Highcliffe

BH23 5AX

CHRISTCHURCH

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

97.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

1.8 tonnes/year

18 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

109 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

16 Dec 2022

not sale or rental

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About CHRISTCHURCH

CHRISTCHURCH is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in CHRISTCHURCH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £337 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH23 postcode district contains over 20300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£600,000

4 March 2022

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£1018.0/yr

Save £263/yr

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Hot Water

£313.0/yr

Save £110/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£83.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Poor

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

Highcliffe St Mark Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayBH23 5AZ

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Highcliffe School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayBH23 4QD

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Christchurch

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayBH23 3DA

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

The Arnewood School

Secondary
📍1.9 miles awayBH25 6RS

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

New Milton Junior School

Primary
📍2 miles awayBH25 6DS

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

New Milton Infant School

Primary
📍2 miles awayBH25 6PZ

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Mudeford Junior School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayBH23 3HP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Somerford Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayBH23 3AS

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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.

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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.

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