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Flat 3 Brandon House, Brandon Steep

BS1 5XH

BRISTOL

Current

F

34

Potential

F

35

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

ยฃ2,210

estimated per year

UK Average

ยฃ1,800

per year

After Improvements

ยฃ2,175

potential per year

This property costs approximately ยฃ410 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to ยฃ35 annually.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Government Grants Available for This Property

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ยฃ7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now โ€” limited places.

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a F rating โ€” saving up to ยฃ35 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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๐Ÿ’ฐ Save ยฃ1,050/year

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Journey to A
Fโ†’A
+ยฃ32,500
Property Value Boost
Investment
ยฃ23,500
Payback
~22 yrs
Current Costs
ยฃ2,210/yr
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback โ€” top up to 270mm.

Save ยฃ200/yrPayback: ~5 years+3 EPC points
ยฃ1,000
Cost
2
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External Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. External insulation can dramatically cut heat loss.

Save ยฃ400/yrPayback: ~30 years+8 EPC points
ยฃ12,000
Cost
3
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with ยฃ7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save ยฃ300/yrPayback: ~12 years+10 EPC points
๐Ÿ›๏ธ ยฃ7,500 BUS Grant Available
ยฃ3,500
ยฃ11,000
Cost
4
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Double Glazing

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

Save ยฃ150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
ยฃ7,000
Cost

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached flat is located in BRISTOL, BS1 5XH. The property offers 138.07mยฒ (1486 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (34/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs ยฃ8,000-ยฃ14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. 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 ยฃ2210, comprising ยฃ1919 for heating, ยฃ147 for hot water, and ยฃ144 for lighting. The property produces 13.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
Current
G1-20

Current Rating

F(34 points)

Achievable Rating

F(35 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 3 Sept 2009

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.

๐Ÿงฑ Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

๐Ÿ—๏ธ Roof

Roof room(s), no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

๐ŸชŸ Windows

Partial double glazing

Very Poor

๐Ÿ“ฆ Floor

(other premises below)

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

๐Ÿšฟ Hot Water

NaN

Good

๐Ÿ’ก Lighting

50.0% low energy โ€” Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets

Good

Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 3 Brandon House

Brandon Steep

BS1 5XH

BRISTOL

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

138.07 mยฒ

6.0 total rooms

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

13.0 tonnes/year

74 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

443 kWh/mยฒ/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 (BS1) 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 โ€” Current vs Potential

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

ยฃ1919 /yr

๐Ÿšฟ Hot Water

ยฃ147 /yr

๐Ÿ’ก Lighting

50.0% low energy

ยฃ144 /yr

Save ยฃ48/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Bristol Cathedral Choir School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขBS1 5TS

Last inspected: Nov 2022

โœ“Good

Cathedral Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขBS1 5TS

Last inspected: Oct 2018

โœ“Good

Willow Park CofE Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขBS2 8BE
?Not yet rated

Christ Church Church of England Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขBS8 3AW

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โœ“Good

Southville Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขBS3 1EB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โœ“Good

Holy Cross RC Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขBS3 1DB

Last inspected: May 2023

โœ“Good

Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขBS6 6HY

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โœ“Good

Cotham School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขBS6 6DT

Last inspected: Oct 2023

โœ“Good

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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 340 Mbps

โšก Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:340 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:136 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime1675 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
๐Ÿ“Š

violent crime

455 incidents (27%)

๐Ÿ”Š

Anti-social behaviour

279 incidents (17%)

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Shoplifting

202 incidents (12%)

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Theft

152 incidents (9%)

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Public order

145 incidents (9%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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