Energy Performance Certificate
4b Maxwell Road
BH13 7JB
POOLE
Current
D
55
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in POOLE, BH13 7JB. The property offers 62m² (667 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). 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 roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. 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 £804, comprising £627 for heating, £83 for hot water, and £94 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2016 for £417,000.
How Does 4b Maxwell Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this POOLE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £804 are approximately £996 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.7 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 BH13 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs POOLE
vs BH13
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £171/year more than the POOLE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 17 Aug 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
4b Maxwell Road
BH13 7JB
POOLE
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
62.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
3.7 tonnes/year
60 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
340 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Aug 2021
rental
About POOLE
POOLE is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in POOLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The BH13 postcode district contains over 5100 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the POOLE area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£417,000
26 February 2016
Type: O
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£627.0/yr
Save £273/yr
Hot Water
£83.0/yr
Save £27/yr
Lighting
25.0% low energy
£94.0/yr
Save £40/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Roof room(s), no insulation (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 25% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Lilliput Church of England Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Courthill Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Baden-Powell and St Peter's Church of England Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
St Michael's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Heatherlands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Livingstone Road Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
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) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
20 incidents (59%)
violent crime
6 incidents (18%)
Criminal damage
3 incidents (9%)
Burglary
1 incidents (3%)
Shoplifting
1 incidents (3%)
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.