Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 4 , 13 Balmoral Toad
BH4 8TG
Poole
Current
C
73
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in Poole, BH4 8TG. The property offers 26m² (280 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £745, comprising £456 for heating, £264 for hot water, and £25 for lighting. The property produces 0.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 4 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this Poole property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £745 are approximately £1055 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 26m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.4 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 BH4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Poole
vs BH4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £288/year more than the Poole average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 20 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 4
13 Balmoral Toad
BH4 8TG
Poole
Property Type
Flat
Not Recorded
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
26.0 m²
1.0 total rooms
1.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
0.4 tonnes/year
17 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
177 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Oct 2025
rental
About Poole
Poole is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in Poole have an average EPC rating of C (score 74/100). The BH4 postcode district contains over 5800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£456.0/yr
Save £187/yr
Hot Water
£264.0/yr
Save £40/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£25.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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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.