Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 1 Avenue Court, Westwood Road
SO17 1TX
SOUTHAMPTON
Current
D
65
Potential
C
75
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in SOUTHAMPTON, SO17 1TX. The property offers 70m² (753 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). 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%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £714, comprising £493 for heating, £165 for hot water, and £56 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Flat 1 Avenue Court Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this SOUTHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £714 are approximately £1086 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.1 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 SO17 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SOUTHAMPTON
vs SO17
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £133/year more than the SOUTHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 10 Oct 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 1 Avenue Court
Westwood Road
SO17 1TX
SOUTHAMPTON
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
70.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
65 / 100
Potential: 75
CO₂ Emissions
4.1 tonnes/year
58 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
346 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 Oct 2016
marketed sale
About SOUTHAMPTON
SOUTHAMPTON is situated in Hampshire, South East. Properties in SOUTHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The SO17 postcode district contains over 8100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£493.0/yr
Save £212/yr
Hot Water
£165.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£56.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bevois Town Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Banister Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
St Anne's Catholic School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Mount Pleasant Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Springhill Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Maytree Nursery and Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Highfield Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
St Denys Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
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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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.