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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Flat, 1a Hurle Road

BS8 2SY

BRISTOL

Current

F

34

Potential

D

67

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,261

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£613

potential per year

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £648 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
£1,261/yr
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
2
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £648/yrPayback: ~5 years+10 EPC points
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£11,000
Cost
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached flat is located in BRISTOL, BS8 2SY. The property offers 69m² (743 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. Currently rated F (34/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (67/100). 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, 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 £1261, comprising £1065 for heating, £118 for hot water, and £78 for lighting. The property produces 9.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(34 points)

Achievable Rating

D(67 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 Feb 2013

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Average

🪟 Windows

Partial double glazing

Poor

📦 Floor

(other premises below)

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Average

💡 Lighting

40.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 40% of fixed outlets

Average

Property Information

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Full Address

Flat

1a Hurle Road

BS8 2SY

BRISTOL

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

69.0

4.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

9.1 tonnes/year

131 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

741 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in BRISTOL

BRISTOL properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (BS8) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

£1065 /yr

Save £595/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£118 /yr

Save £24/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

40.0% low energy

£78 /yr

Save £29/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBS8 2UH

Last inspected: Mar 2015

Outstanding

Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBS6 6HY

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Cotham School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayBS6 6DT

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Redland Green School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBS6 7EH

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Outstanding

Cotham Gardens Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBS6 6AL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Christ Church Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBS8 3AW

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Westbury Park School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBS6 7NU

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

Willow Park CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBS2 8BE
?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
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

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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