Energy Performance Certificate
32 Forest View Road
BH9 3BQ
BOURNEMOUTH
Current
C
79
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH9 3BQ. The property offers 143m² (1539 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £1573, comprising £1099 for heating, £280 for hot water, and £194 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2024 for £440,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 32 Forest View Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this BOURNEMOUTH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1573 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 143m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.9 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 BH9 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BOURNEMOUTH
vs BH9
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £945/year more than the BOURNEMOUTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 20 Oct 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
32 Forest View Road
BH9 3BQ
BOURNEMOUTH
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
143.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
20 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
115 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Oct 2023
marketed sale
About BOURNEMOUTH
BOURNEMOUTH is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in BOURNEMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £471 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH9 postcode district contains over 9700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£440,000
15 March 2024
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£290,000
27 February 2015
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 51.7% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas, Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1099.0/yr
Hot Water
£280.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£194.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas, 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
St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Bournemouth School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2011
Queen's Park Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2014
Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Winton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Queen's Park Infant Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
The Epiphany School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2018
Bournemouth School for Girls
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2012
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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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.