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Energy Performance Certificate

4, Vine Farm Close

BH12 5EJ

POOLE

Current

D

67

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in POOLE, BH12 5EJ. The property offers 123m² (1324 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £972, comprising £649 for heating, £176 for hot water, and £147 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2020 for £425,000. 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, Vine Farm Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this POOLE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £972 are approximately £828 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 123m² 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 BH12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs POOLE

This property67
Average64
+5% better
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vs BH12

This property67
Average60
+12% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £339/year more than the POOLE 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(67 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 1 May 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

4, Vine Farm Close

BH12 5EJ

POOLE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

123.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

4.5 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

206 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 May 2019

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). The BH12 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£425,000

12 November 2020

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£649.0/yr

Save £114/yr

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Hot Water

£176.0/yr

Save £102/yr

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Lighting

23.0% low energy

£147.0/yr

Save £64/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 23% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayBH10 4JA

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Talbot Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBH12 5ED

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Winton Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayBH10 4HT

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Outstanding

Glenmoor Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBH10 4EX

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Outstanding

Kingsleigh Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBH10 5HT

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBH12 1PG

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

The Bourne Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayBH10 5HS

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBH9 2SA

Last inspected: Jul 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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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

Higher Crime213 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

57 incidents (27%)

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violent crime

57 incidents (27%)

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Shoplifting

50 incidents (23%)

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Criminal damage

13 incidents (6%)

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Public order

13 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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