Energy Performance Certificate
38a Ripon Road
BH9 1RE
BOURNEMOUTH
Current
C
73
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH9 1RE. The property offers 86m² (926 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). 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, 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 £1336, comprising £928 for heating, £263 for hot water, and £145 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2023 for £385,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 38a Ripon Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this BOURNEMOUTH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1336 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 2.6 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 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £708/year more than the BOURNEMOUTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 9 May 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
38a Ripon Road
BH9 1RE
BOURNEMOUTH
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
86.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
30 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
169 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
9 May 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 £300 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH9 postcode district contains over 9700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£385,000
10 November 2023
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£300,000
12 June 2020
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 28.3% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£928.0/yr
Hot Water
£263.0/yr
Save £91/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£145.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, limited insulation (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
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Queen's Park Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2014
Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Queen's Park Infant Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Bournemouth School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2011
Winton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
82 incidents (25%)
Anti-social behaviour
75 incidents (23%)
Shoplifting
75 incidents (23%)
Vehicle crime
22 incidents (7%)
Criminal damage
18 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.