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8, Deacon Gardens

BH11 9ED

BOURNEMOUTH

Current

D

56

Potential

C

70

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH11 9ED. The property offers 47.4mยฒ (510 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 ยฃ690, comprising ยฃ481 for heating, ยฃ160 for hot water, and ยฃ49 for lighting. The property produces 4.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 8, Deacon Gardens Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this BOURNEMOUTH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ690 are approximately ยฃ1110 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 47.4mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BH11 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property56
Average60
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vs BOURNEMOUTH

This property56
Average61
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vs BH11

This property56
Average61
-8% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ62/year more than the BOURNEMOUTH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(56 points)

Potential Rating

C(70 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 16 Jan 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

8, Deacon Gardens

BH11 9ED

BOURNEMOUTH

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Property Type

Bungalow

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

47.4 mยฒ

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

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Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 70

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

4.8 tonnes/year

102 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

574 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

16 Jan 2012

rental (social)

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About BOURNEMOUTH

BOURNEMOUTH is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in BOURNEMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The BH11 postcode district contains over 6300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

ยฃ481.0/yr

Save ยฃ130/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ160.0/yr

Save ยฃ62/yr

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Lighting

40.0% low energy

ยฃ49.0/yr

Save ยฃ19/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)

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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

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Windows

Fully double glazed

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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

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Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 40% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Christ The King Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขBH11 9EH

Last inspected: Dec 2019

โœ“Good

Elm Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขBH11 9JN

Last inspected: Apr 2014

โญOutstanding

LeAF Studio

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขBH11 9JW

Last inspected: Jan 2019

โœ“Good

Oak Academy

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขBH11 9JJ

Last inspected: May 2022

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Kinson Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขBH11 9DG

Last inspected: May 2022

โœ“Good

Heathlands Primary Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขBH11 8HB

Last inspected: Jun 2022

โœ“Good

The Bourne Academy

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.9 miles awayโ€ขBH10 5HS

Last inspected: Nov 2019

โœ“Good

Kingsleigh Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1 miles awayโ€ขBH10 5HT

Last inspected: Jan 2018

โœ“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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

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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

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Higher Crime213 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

62 incidents (29%)

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Anti-social behaviour

60 incidents (28%)

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Shoplifting

25 incidents (12%)

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Vehicle crime

17 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

15 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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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