Energy Performance Certificate
71, Cairns Road
BS6 7TJ
BRISTOL
Current
B
81
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in BRISTOL, BS6 7TJ. The property offers 128m² (1378 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £833, comprising £590 for heating, £112 for hot water, and £131 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2015 for £495,000.
How Does 71, Cairns Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this BRISTOL property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £833 are approximately £967 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 128m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 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 BS6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRISTOL
vs BS6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £173/year more than the BRISTOL average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 13 May 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
71, Cairns Road
BS6 7TJ
BRISTOL
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
128.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
81 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
19 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
108 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 May 2015
marketed sale
About BRISTOL
BRISTOL is situated in Bristol, South West. Properties in BRISTOL have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The BS6 postcode district contains over 13100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£495,000
8 September 2015
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£590.0/yr
Save £121/yr
Hot Water
£112.0/yr
Save £37/yr
Lighting
13.0% low energy
£131.0/yr
Save £61/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 13% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Bonaventure's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Henleaze Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Henleaze Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2013
Westbury Park School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2014
Bishop Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2011
Redland Green School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St Ursula's E-ACT Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Elmlea Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
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) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
91 incidents (26%)
Shoplifting
87 incidents (25%)
Vehicle crime
39 incidents (11%)
Anti-social behaviour
30 incidents (8%)
Burglary
23 incidents (7%)
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.