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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 1, Branksome Gate

BH13 6EX

POOLE

Current

C

73

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in POOLE, BH13 6EX. The property offers 100m² (1076 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid 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 £1069, comprising £644 for heating, £260 for hot water, and £165 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 1 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this POOLE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1069 are approximately £731 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 100m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 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 BH13 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs POOLE

This property73
Average64
+14% better
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vs BH13

This property73
Average64
+14% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £436/year more than the POOLE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 9 Jul 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 1

Branksome Gate

52 Western Road

BH13 6EX

POOLE

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Property Type

Flat

Not Recorded

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

100.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

2.5 tonnes/year

25 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

142 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Jul 2025

marketed sale

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About POOLE

POOLE is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in POOLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The BH13 postcode district contains over 5100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£644.0/yr

Save £45/yr

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Hot Water

£260.0/yr

Save £30/yr

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Lighting

13.0% low energy

£165.0/yr

Save £101/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Below average lighting efficiency

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBH2 5LH

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayBH12 1PG

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Heatherlands Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayBH12 2BG

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Courthill Infant School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayBH14 9HL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayBH12 4DZ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Lilliput Church of England Infant School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayBH14 8JX

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Talbot Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayBH12 5ED

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Livingstone Academy Bournemouth

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

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

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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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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.

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