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59, Elder Close

SO22 4LH

WINCHESTER

Current

C

71

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in WINCHESTER, SO22 4LH. The property offers 54m² (581 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £481, comprising £338 for heating, £90 for hot water, and £53 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2021 for £245,000.

How Does 59, Elder Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this WINCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £481 are approximately £1319 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 54m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.9 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SO22 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs WINCHESTER

This property71
Average63
+13% better
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vs SO22

This property71
Average65
+9% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £257/year less than the WINCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 3 Jan 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

59, Elder Close

SO22 4LH

WINCHESTER

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Property Type

Bungalow

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

54.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

1.9 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

206 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

3 Jan 2020

rental (private)

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About WINCHESTER

WINCHESTER is situated in Hampshire, South East. Properties in WINCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £400 below the WINCHESTER average, offering good value. The SO22 postcode district contains over 9900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£245,000

20 April 2021

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£338.0/yr

Save £45/yr

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Hot Water

£90.0/yr

Save £24/yr

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Lighting

80.0% low energy

£53.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, partial insulation (assumed)

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Partial double glazing

Poor
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (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 80% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Winchester

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySO22 4JB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Olivers Battery Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySO22 4HP

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Stanmore Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySO22 4AJ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Kings' School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awaySO22 5PN

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

St Faith's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awaySO23 9QB

Last inspected: Oct 2011

Outstanding

Western Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awaySO22 5AR

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

The Westgate School

All-through
📍1.5 miles awaySO22 5AZ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Compton All Saints Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awaySO21 2AS

Last inspected: Jun 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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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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