Energy Performance Certificate
4b Shore Road
BH13 7PH
POOLE
Current
C
69
Potential
C
75
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in POOLE, BH13 7PH. The property offers 256m² (2756 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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, 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 £2580, comprising £2199 for heating, £272 for hot water, and £109 for lighting. The property produces 7.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does 4b Shore Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this POOLE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2580 annually are £780 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 256m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.5 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs POOLE
vs BH13
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1947/year more than the POOLE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 11 Aug 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
4b Shore Road
BH13 7PH
POOLE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
256.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 75
CO₂ Emissions
7.5 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
160 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Aug 2025
marketed sale
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 £1566 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH13 postcode district contains over 5100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£2199.0/yr
Save £297/yr
Hot Water
£272.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£109.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
To unheated space, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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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
Baden-Powell and St Peter's Church of England Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Courthill Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Heatherlands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Ocean Academy Poole
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Old Town Infant School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
St Michael's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
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: 165 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
29 incidents (66%)
violent crime
7 incidents (16%)
Criminal damage
3 incidents (7%)
Public order
2 incidents (5%)
Burglary
1 incidents (2%)
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.