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Energy Performance Certificate

4, The Horseshoe

BH13 7RW

POOLE

Current

D

62

Potential

C

70

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in POOLE, BH13 7RW. The property offers 268m² (2885 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. 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 £1935, comprising £1589 for heating, £162 for hot water, and £184 for lighting. The property produces 9.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high 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, The Horseshoe Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this POOLE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1935 are close to the UK average. At 268m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 9.6 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BH13 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs POOLE

This property62
Average64
-3% below
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vs BH13

This property62
Average64
-3% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1302/year more than the POOLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

C(70 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 21 Jun 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

4, The Horseshoe

BH13 7RW

POOLE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

268.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 70

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CO₂ Emissions

9.6 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

201 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Jun 2012

rental (private)

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About POOLE

POOLE is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in POOLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £956 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH13 postcode district contains over 5100 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, warm air, electric

£1589.0/yr

Save £34/yr

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Hot Water

£162.0/yr

Save £68/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£184.0/yr

Save £92/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully triple glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, warm air, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Lilliput Church of England Infant School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayBH14 8JX

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Baden-Powell and St Peter's Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayBH14 8UL

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Old Town Infant School and Nursery

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayBH15 1QB

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Courthill Infant School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayBH14 9HL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Longfleet Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayBH15 2HF

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Ocean Academy Poole

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayBH14 0PZ

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayBH15 3QQ

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Poole High School

Secondary
📍3 miles awayBH15 2BW

Last inspected: Sept 2022

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

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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.

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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.

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