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Energy Performance Certificate

35 EFFINGHAM ROAD, MONTPELIER

BS6 5BH

BRISTOL

Current

F

33

Potential

C

76

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,212

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£966

potential per year

This property costs approximately £412 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,246 annually.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £1,246 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This semi-detached house is located in BRISTOL, BS6 5BH. The property offers 146m² (1572 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (33/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £2212, comprising £1775 for heating, £264 for hot water, and £173 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(33 points)

Achievable Rating

C(76 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 6 Apr 2021

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good

🪟 Windows

Mostly double glazing

Average

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

22.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 22% of fixed outlets

Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

35 EFFINGHAM ROAD

MONTPELIER

BS6 5BH

BRISTOL

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

146.0

7.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

11.0 tonnes/year

77 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

436 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in BRISTOL

BRISTOL properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (BS6) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1775 /yr

Save £981/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£264 /yr

Save £189/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

22.0% low energy

£173 /yr

Save £76/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Montpelier High School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayBS6 5RD

Last inspected: Mar 2022

?Serious Weaknesses

The Dolphin School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBS6 5PT

Last inspected: Feb 2018

Good

Fairlawn Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBS6 5JL

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Sefton Park Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBS7 9BJ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Sefton Park Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBS7 9BJ

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Cotham Gardens Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBS6 6AL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Brunel Field Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBS7 9JT

Last inspected: Dec 2011

Outstanding

Bishop Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBS7 8LS

Last inspected: May 2011

Outstanding

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
⬇️

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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