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4 Long Meadow Close, Hirwaun

CF44 9QE

Current

D

66

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in the CF44 9QE postcode area. The property offers 75m² (807 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1282, comprising £352 for heating, £833 for hot water, and £97 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 4 Long Meadow Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this CF44 property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1282 are approximately £518 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.8 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 CF44 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs CF44

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs CF44

This property66
Average59
+12% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £432/year more than the CF44 average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(66 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 Feb 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

4 Long Meadow Close

Hirwaun

ABERDARE

CF44 9QE

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

75.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

37 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

218 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Feb 2025

rental

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About This Area

Heating costs are £498 below the average, offering good value. The CF44 postcode district contains over 13200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£352.0/yr

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Hot Water

£833.0/yr

Save £579/yr

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Lighting

89.0% low energy

£97.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully triple glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 89% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Longtown Community Primary School

Primary
📍27 miles awayHR2 0LE

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Michaelchurch Escley Primary School

Primary
📍28.8 miles awayHR2 0PT

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Ewyas Harold Primary School

Primary
📍30.4 miles awayHR2 0EY

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Clifford Primary School

Primary
📍31 miles awayHR3 5HA

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Fairfield High School

Secondary
📍31.5 miles awayHR2 0SG
?Not yet rated

Peterchurch Primary School

Primary
📍31.7 miles awayHR2 0RP

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Garway Primary School

Primary
📍33 miles awayHR2 8RQ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Kingstone High School

Secondary
📍34.5 miles awayHR2 9HJ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

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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