Energy Performance Certificate
3 Hermitage Close
BH25 5AB
NEW MILTON
Current
C
77
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in NEW MILTON, BH25 5AB. The property offers 217m² (2336 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard 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 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 £2505, comprising £1932 for heating, £334 for hot water, and £239 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 3 Hermitage Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this NEW MILTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2505 annually are £705 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 217m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.4 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 BH25 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NEW MILTON
vs BH25
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1810/year more than the NEW MILTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 Aug 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
3 Hermitage Close
BH25 5AB
NEW MILTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
217.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
4.4 tonnes/year
20 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
125 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 Aug 2024
marketed sale
About NEW MILTON
NEW MILTON is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in NEW MILTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1237 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH25 postcode district contains over 9500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1932.0/yr
Hot Water
£334.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£239.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ashley Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Ashley Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Tiptoe Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
The Arnewood School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
New Milton Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
New Milton Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 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: 165 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) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
22 incidents (43%)
Public order
9 incidents (18%)
Criminal damage
5 incidents (10%)
Anti-social behaviour
4 incidents (8%)
Burglary
3 incidents (6%)
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.