Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 10, The Balbirs
SO17 2BN
SOUTHAMPTON
Current
B
83
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in SOUTHAMPTON, SO17 2BN. The property offers 50m² (538 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. Estimated annual energy costs are £425, comprising £166 for heating, £178 for hot water, and £81 for lighting. The property produces 0.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 10 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this SOUTHAMPTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £425 are approximately £1375 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 50m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.7 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 SO17 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SOUTHAMPTON
vs SO17
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £156/year less than the SOUTHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 12 Jan 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 10
The Balbirs
68 Portswood Road
SO17 2BN
SOUTHAMPTON
Property Type
Flat
End-Terrace
Construction Age
2023
Floor Area
50.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
83 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
0.7 tonnes/year
15 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
85 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 Jan 2024
new dwelling
About SOUTHAMPTON
SOUTHAMPTON is situated in Hampshire, South East. Properties in SOUTHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £415 below the SOUTHAMPTON average, offering good value. The SO17 postcode district contains over 8100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£166.0/yr
Hot Water
£178.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£81.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Roof
(other premises above)
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Community scheme
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
St Denys Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Mount Pleasant Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Maytree Nursery and Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Portswood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St Anne's Catholic School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Highfield Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Banister Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
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.