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Energy Performance Certificate

94 Markham Crescent, Oakdale

NP12 0LY

BLACKWOOD

Current

B

89

Potential

A

92

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in BLACKWOOD, NP12 0LY. The property offers 159m² (1711 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (89/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (92/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £1646, comprising £1007 for heating, £485 for hot water, and £154 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2024 for £190,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 94 Markham Crescent Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 89/100, this BLACKWOOD property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1646 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 159m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 1.4 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NP12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property89
Average60
+48% better
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vs BLACKWOOD

This property89
Average62
+44% better
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vs NP12

This property89
Average61
+46% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 89/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £922/year more than the BLACKWOOD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(89 points)

Potential Rating

A(92 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 3 Sept 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

94 Markham Crescent

Oakdale

NP12 0LY

BLACKWOOD

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

159.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

89 / 100

Potential: 92

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CO₂ Emissions

1.4 tonnes/year

9 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

52 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

3 Sept 2024

rental

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About BLACKWOOD

BLACKWOOD is situated in Newport, Wales. Properties in BLACKWOOD have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £283 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NP12 postcode district contains over 10200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£190,000

23 February 2024

Type: Terraced

+£78,000(+69.6%)

vs previous sale

£112,000

29 January 2016

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 69.6% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£1007.0/yr

Save £83/yr

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Hot Water

£485.0/yr

Save £169/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£154.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Payback
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Current Costs
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Longtown Community Primary School

Primary
📍20.9 miles awayHR2 0LE

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Clevedon School

Secondary
📍21.5 miles awayBS21 6AH
?Not yet rated

High Down Infant School

Primary
📍21.6 miles awayBS20 6DY

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

High Down Junior School

Primary
📍21.6 miles awayBS20 6DY

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

St Nicholas Chantry Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍21.8 miles awayBS21 7LT

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

All Saints Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍21.8 miles awayBS21 6AU

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Mary Elton Primary School

Primary
📍21.9 miles awayBS21 7SX

Last inspected: Mar 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

St John the Evangelist Church School

Primary
📍21.9 miles awayBS21 5EL

Last inspected: May 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
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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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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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