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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

8, Ashby Close, Binley

CV3 2LN

COVENTRY

Current

F

37

Potential

E

39

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,853

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,783

potential per year

This property costs approximately £53 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £70 annually.

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

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£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a E rating — saving up to £70 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced house is located in COVENTRY, CV3 2LN. The property offers 128.24m² (1380 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. Currently rated F (37/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (39/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1853, comprising £1294 for heating, £447 for hot water, and £112 for lighting. The property produces 7.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(37 points)

Achievable Rating

E(39 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Jul 2011

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, as built, partial insulation (assumed)

Average

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, limited insulation (assumed)

Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Warm air, Electricaire

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

13.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 13% of fixed outlets

Poor

Property Information

📍

Full Address

8, Ashby Close

Binley

CV3 2LN

COVENTRY

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Property Type

House

Enclosed End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

📐

Floor Area

128.24

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

7.7 tonnes/year

60 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

339 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in COVENTRY

COVENTRY properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CV3) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Warm air, Electricaire

£1294 /yr

Save £18/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£447 /yr

💡 Lighting

13.0% low energy

£112 /yr

Save £52/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Bartholomew's Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayCV3 2LP

Last inspected: Jul 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Ernesford Grange Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCV3 2HN

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Sowe Valley Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCV3 2QX

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Ernesford Grange Community Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayCV3 2QD

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Corpus Christi Catholic School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCV3 2QP

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Willenhall Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCV3 3DB

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCV2 5AT

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Clifford Bridge Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayCV3 2PD

Last inspected: Oct 2019

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
⬇️

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

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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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