Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 1, 1 Beech Road
BS7 8RP
BRISTOL
Current
D
68
Potential
D
68
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in BRISTOL, BS7 8RP. The property offers 47.8m² (515 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £443, comprising £359 for heating, £59 for hot water, and £25 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low 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 Flat 1 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this BRISTOL property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £443 are approximately £1357 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 47.8m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BS7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRISTOL
vs BS7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £217/year less than the BRISTOL average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 22 Oct 2008
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 1
1 Beech Road
BS7 8RP
BRISTOL
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
47.8 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 68
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
53 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
321 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
22 Oct 2008
rental (private)
About BRISTOL
BRISTOL is situated in Bristol, South West. Properties in BRISTOL have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £301 below the BRISTOL average, offering good value. The BS7 postcode district contains over 14200 registered properties. Like many BRISTOL properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£359.0/yr
Hot Water
£59.0/yr
Lighting
83.0% low energy
£25.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ashley Down Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Bishop Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2011
Brunel Field Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2011
St Bonaventure's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Sefton Park Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Sefton Park Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Henleaze Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Henleaze Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 500 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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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.