Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 2, 266 Charminster Road
BH8 9RS
BOURNEMOUTH
Current
D
56
Potential
D
57
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH8 9RS. The property offers 25m² (269 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £619, comprising £441 for heating, £155 for hot water, and £23 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does Flat 2 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this BOURNEMOUTH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £619 are approximately £1181 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 25m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 BH8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BOURNEMOUTH
vs BH8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £9/year less than the BOURNEMOUTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 19 Mar 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 2
266 Charminster Road
BH8 9RS
BOURNEMOUTH
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
25.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
56 / 100
Potential: 57
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
93 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
547 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Mar 2020
rental (private)
About BOURNEMOUTH
BOURNEMOUTH is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in BOURNEMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The BH8 postcode district contains over 10900 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BOURNEMOUTH area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, electric
£441.0/yr
Hot Water
£155.0/yr
Save £21/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£23.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Flat, insulated
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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Average download speed: 69 Mbps
Download Speed
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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.