Energy Performance Certificate
4, St. Matthews Road
BS6 5TS
BRISTOL
Current
F
38
Potential
C
76
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,920
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£942
potential per year
This property costs approximately £120 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £978 annually.
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£7,500
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Double Glazing
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in BRISTOL, BS6 5TS. 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 (38/100) 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 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 £1920, comprising £1696 for heating, £154 for hot water, and £70 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 DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 Jul 2012
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, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Some double glazing
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
93.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 93% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
4, St. Matthews Road
BS6 5TS
BRISTOL
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
146.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
11.0 tonnes/year
75 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
348 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.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1696 /yr
Save £901/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£154 /yr
Save £78/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
93.0% low energy
£70 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Cotham School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Cotham Gardens Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
The Dolphin School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Montpelier High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Willow Park CofE Primary School
PrimaryCabot Primary School
PrimaryFairlawn Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
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
503 incidents (27%)
Anti-social behaviour
297 incidents (16%)
Shoplifting
224 incidents (12%)
Theft
156 incidents (8%)
Public order
152 incidents (8%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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