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55, Waterloo Road

SO15 3BR

SOUTHAMPTON

Current

D

59

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in SOUTHAMPTON, SO15 3BR. The property offers 92m² (990 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £920, comprising £669 for heating, £196 for hot water, and £55 for lighting. The property produces 5.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2017 for £196,000. 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 55, Waterloo Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this SOUTHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £920 are approximately £880 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 92m² 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 SO15 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs SOUTHAMPTON

This property59
Average63
-6% below
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vs SO15

This property59
Average61
-3% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, 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 SOUTHAMPTON 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(59 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 23 Jan 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

55, Waterloo Road

SO15 3BR

SOUTHAMPTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

92.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

5.7 tonnes/year

62 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

349 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Jan 2013

rental (private)

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About SOUTHAMPTON

SOUTHAMPTON is situated in Hampshire, South East. Properties in SOUTHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The SO15 postcode district contains over 18100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£196,000

23 November 2017

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£669.0/yr

Save £154/yr

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Hot Water

£196.0/yr

Save £103/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£55.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Freemantle Church of England Community Academy

Primary
📍0.1 miles awaySO15 3BQ

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

St Mark's Church of England School

All-through
📍0.3 miles awaySO15 5TE

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Springhill Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySO15 2HW

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Outstanding

Foundry Lane Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySO15 3JT

Last inspected: Jan 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Banister Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySO15 2LS

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

St Anne's Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awaySO15 2WZ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Outstanding

Wordsworth Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awaySO15 5LH

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Regents Park Community College

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awaySO16 4GW

Last inspected: Nov 2018

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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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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