Energy Performance Certificate
9, Brookside, Bicton
SY3 8EP
SHREWSBURY
Current
D
67
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in SHREWSBURY, SY3 8EP. The property offers 178m² (1916 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1010, comprising £772 for heating, £132 for hot water, and £106 for lighting. The property produces 5.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2017 for £470,000.
How Does 9, Brookside Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this SHREWSBURY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1010 are approximately £790 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 178m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SY3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SHREWSBURY
vs SY3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £203/year more than the SHREWSBURY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 4 Apr 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
9, Brookside
Bicton
SY3 8EP
SHREWSBURY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
178.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
67 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
5.9 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
143 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Apr 2017
marketed sale
About SHREWSBURY
SHREWSBURY is situated in Shrewsbury, Wales. Properties in SHREWSBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The SY3 postcode district contains over 12000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£470,000
26 September 2017
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£772.0/yr
Save £42/yr
Hot Water
£132.0/yr
Save £46/yr
Lighting
85.0% low energy
£106.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 85% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bicton CofE Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Oxon CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Woodfield Infant School
PrimarySt George's Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Trinity CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Radbrook Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Greenfields Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
The Priory School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2013
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: 165 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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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.