Energy Performance Certificate
5a, Cecil Road
BH5 1DU
BOURNEMOUTH
Current
B
83
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH5 1DU. The property offers 52.8m² (568 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £336, comprising £207 for heating, £74 for hot water, and £55 for lighting. The property produces 1.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 5a, Cecil Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this BOURNEMOUTH property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £336 are approximately £1464 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 52.8m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.3 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 BH5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BOURNEMOUTH
vs BH5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £292/year less than the BOURNEMOUTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 24 Sept 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
5a, Cecil Road
BH5 1DU
BOURNEMOUTH
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
52.8 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
83 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
1.3 tonnes/year
24 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
147 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Sept 2009
rental (private)
About BOURNEMOUTH
BOURNEMOUTH is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in BOURNEMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £421 below the BOURNEMOUTH average, offering good value. The BH5 postcode district contains over 6200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£207.0/yr
Hot Water
£74.0/yr
Lighting
10.0% low energy
£55.0/yr
Save £26/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 10% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bethany Church of England Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St Clement's and St John's Church of England Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
King's Park Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Pokesdown Community Primary School
PrimaryMalmesbury Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St James' Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Avonwood Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
107 incidents (28%)
violent crime
97 incidents (25%)
Criminal damage
41 incidents (11%)
Vehicle crime
37 incidents (10%)
Theft
22 incidents (6%)
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.