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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 12, Castle Chambers

SO14 2EQ

SOUTHAMPTON

Current

C

70

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in SOUTHAMPTON, SO14 2EQ. The property offers 40m² (431 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £743, comprising £438 for heating, £250 for hot water, and £55 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 12 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this SOUTHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £743 are approximately £1057 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 40m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.9 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 SO14 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs SOUTHAMPTON

This property70
Average63
+11% better
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vs SO14

This property70
Average64
+9% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £162/year more than the SOUTHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 May 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 12

Castle Chambers

Lansdowne Hill

SO14 2EQ

SOUTHAMPTON

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Property Type

Flat

Enclosed Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

40.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

1.9 tonnes/year

47 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

280 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 May 2024

rental

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About SOUTHAMPTON

SOUTHAMPTON is situated in Hampshire, South East. Properties in SOUTHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The SO14 postcode district contains over 14700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£438.0/yr

Save £231/yr

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Hot Water

£250.0/yr

Save £32/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£55.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St John's Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySO14 2AU

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Hope Community School Southampton

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySO14 1NF

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySO14 1LU

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Outstanding

Springhill Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awaySO15 2HW

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Outstanding

St Anne's Catholic School

Secondary
📍1 miles awaySO15 2WZ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Outstanding

Maytree Nursery and Infants' School

Primary
📍1 miles awaySO14 0DY

Last inspected: Dec 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Banister Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awaySO15 2LS

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Mount Pleasant Junior School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awaySO14 0WZ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Outstanding

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: 388 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:388 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:58 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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