Energy Performance Certificate
45a Bargates
BH23 1QD
CHRISTCHURCH
Current
D
62
Potential
C
70
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced maisonette is located in CHRISTCHURCH, BH23 1QD. The property offers 51m² (549 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century 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). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1429, comprising £1107 for heating, £234 for hot water, and £88 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2024 for £165,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 45a Bargates Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this CHRISTCHURCH property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1429 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 51m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.7 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 BH23 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHRISTCHURCH
vs BH23
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: £748/year more than the CHRISTCHURCH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 6 Jul 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
45a Bargates
BH23 1QD
CHRISTCHURCH
Property Type
Maisonette
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
51.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
62 / 100
Potential: 70
CO₂ Emissions
2.7 tonnes/year
53 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
298 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
6 Jul 2023
marketed sale
About CHRISTCHURCH
CHRISTCHURCH is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in CHRISTCHURCH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £426 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH23 postcode district contains over 20300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£165,000
19 January 2024
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
£139,000
8 September 2017
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
£315,000
6 May 2016
Type: Terraced
Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1107.0/yr
Save £299/yr
Hot Water
£234.0/yr
Save £28/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£88.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Mostly double glazing
Floor
(other premises below)
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
Twynham School
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 2013
The Priory Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Christchurch Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2014
Christchurch Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
St Katharine's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Mudeford Community Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Twynham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School
All-throughLast inspected: Sept 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: 388 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
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
30 incidents (34%)
violent crime
29 incidents (33%)
Theft
7 incidents (8%)
Criminal damage
6 incidents (7%)
Public order
4 incidents (5%)
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.