Energy Performance Certificate
73, Southbourne Road
BH6 5AQ
BOURNEMOUTH
Current
F
30
Potential
D
66
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£3,153
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,590
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,353 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,563 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH6 5AQ. The property offers 179m² (1927 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (30/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (66/100). 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 £3153, comprising £2828 for heating, £219 for hot water, and £106 for lighting. The property produces 13.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2015 for £410,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 4 Aug 2014
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, insulated at rafters
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
76.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 76% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
73, Southbourne Road
BH6 5AQ
BOURNEMOUTH
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
179.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
13.0 tonnes/year
72 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
405 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in BOURNEMOUTH
BOURNEMOUTH properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (BH6) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
£2828 /yr
Save £1466/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£219 /yr
Save £105/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
76.0% low energy
£106 /yr
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to D could add significant value.
£410,000
D
Jul 2015
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Pokesdown Community Primary School
PrimarySt James' Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Stourfield Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Stourfield Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School
All-throughLast inspected: Sept 2023
Avonwood Primary School
PrimaryAvonbourne Girls Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 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: 494 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
59 incidents (30%)
Anti-social behaviour
57 incidents (29%)
Criminal damage
15 incidents (8%)
Vehicle crime
15 incidents (8%)
Theft
13 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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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