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35, Fairmile Road

BH23 2LA

CHRISTCHURCH

Current

C

69

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in CHRISTCHURCH, BH23 2LA. The property offers 107m² (1152 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 £1120, comprising £915 for heating, £130 for hot water, and £75 for lighting. The property produces 6.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does 35, Fairmile Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this CHRISTCHURCH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1120 are approximately £680 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 107m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

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 property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs CHRISTCHURCH

This property69
Average62
+11% better
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vs BH23

This property69
Average61
+13% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £439/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(69 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Jul 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

35, Fairmile Road

BH23 2LA

CHRISTCHURCH

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

107.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

6.3 tonnes/year

59 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

337 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Jul 2012

none of the above

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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). Heating costs are £234 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH23 postcode district contains over 20300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CHRISTCHURCH area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£915.0/yr

Save £233/yr

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Hot Water

£130.0/yr

Save £45/yr

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Lighting

75.0% low energy

£75.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Christchurch Infant School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayBH23 2AE

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

Christchurch Junior School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBH23 2AA

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Twynham School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayBH23 1JF

Last inspected: Apr 2013

Outstanding

The Priory Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBH23 1HX

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Twynham Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBH23 2NH

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Stourfield Infant School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayBH6 5JS

Last inspected: Oct 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Stourfield Junior School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayBH6 5JG

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

St Katharine's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayBH6 4NA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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: 382 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:382 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:153 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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Area Safety

Moderate84 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

28 incidents (33%)

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violent crime

26 incidents (31%)

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Criminal damage

7 incidents (8%)

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Theft

6 incidents (7%)

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Public order

5 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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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