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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

93a, St. Michaels Road

BH2 5DS

BOURNEMOUTH

Current

G

17

Potential

E

50

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,308

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,207

potential per year

This property costs approximately £508 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,101 annually.

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This G-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.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a E rating — saving up to £1,101 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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GA
39,000
Property Value Boost
Investment
£16,000
Payback
~7 yrs
Current Costs
£2,308/yr
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

Save £896/yrPayback: ~4 years+5 EPC points
£3,500
Cost
2
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
3
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £1101/yrPayback: ~3 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
Cost

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This detached flat is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH2 5DS. The property offers 109m² (1173 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated G (17/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (50/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £2308, comprising £1750 for heating, £460 for hot water, and £98 for lighting. The property produces 9.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of G, 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
G1-20
Current

Current Rating

G(17 points)

Achievable Rating

E(50 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 Sept 2012

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, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good

🪟 Windows

Partial double glazing

Poor

📦 Floor

(other premises below)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

33.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average

Property Information

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Full Address

93a, St. Michaels Road

BH2 5DS

BOURNEMOUTH

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

109.0

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

9.2 tonnes/year

85 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

478 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in BOURNEMOUTH

BOURNEMOUTH properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (BH2) 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

Room heaters, electric

£1750 /yr

Save £896/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£460 /yr

Save £167/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

33.0% low energy

£98 /yr

Save £38/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBH2 5LH

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Livingstone Academy Bournemouth

All-through
📍0.8 miles awayBH1 1PA
?Not yet rated

Malmesbury Park Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayBH8 8LU

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Bethany Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayBH1 4DJ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayBH12 1PG

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

St Clement's and St John's Church of England Infant School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayBH1 4DZ

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

St Luke's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayBH9 1LG

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

King's Park Academy

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayBH1 4NB

Last inspected: Sept 2023

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 180 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:180 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:27 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime504 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

168 incidents (33%)

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violent crime

160 incidents (32%)

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Shoplifting

33 incidents (7%)

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Theft

32 incidents (6%)

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Criminal damage

23 incidents (5%)

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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