Energy Performance Certificate
74 Wheaton Road
BH7 6LL
BOURNEMOUTH
Current
C
73
Potential
B
84
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH7 6LL. The property offers 123m² (1324 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1142, comprising £887 for heating, £138 for hot water, and £117 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2025 for £375,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 74 Wheaton Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this BOURNEMOUTH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1142 are approximately £658 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 123m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.5 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 BH7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BOURNEMOUTH
vs BH7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £514/year more than the BOURNEMOUTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 7 Nov 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
74 Wheaton Road
BH7 6LL
BOURNEMOUTH
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
123.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 84
CO₂ Emissions
3.5 tonnes/year
28 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
160 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
7 Nov 2024
marketed sale
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 £259 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH7 postcode district contains over 3900 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BOURNEMOUTH area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£375,000
RECENT19 June 2025
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£305,000
25 March 2020
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 23.0% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£887.0/yr
Save £95/yr
Hot Water
£138.0/yr
Save £49/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£117.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Mostly double glazing
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
St James' Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Pokesdown Community Primary School
PrimaryAvonwood Primary School
PrimaryAvonbourne Girls Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Avonbourne Boys' Academy
SecondaryKing's Park Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Stourfield Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
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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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.