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Flat 5 Lepe House, Lepe

SO45 1AD

SOUTHAMPTON

Current

D

59

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in SOUTHAMPTON, SO45 1AD. The property offers 73m² (786 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £975, comprising £727 for heating, £153 for hot water, and £95 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 5 Lepe House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this SOUTHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £975 are approximately £825 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.8 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 SO45 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs SOUTHAMPTON

This property59
Average63
-6% below
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vs SO45

This property59
Average60
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £394/year more than the SOUTHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Oct 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 5 Lepe House

Lepe

Exbury

SO45 1AD

SOUTHAMPTON

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

73.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

3.8 tonnes/year

53 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

253 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Oct 2014

none of the above

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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 SO45 postcode district contains over 10300 registered properties. Like many SOUTHAMPTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£727.0/yr

Save £437/yr

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Hot Water

£153.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£95.0/yr

Save £46/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 50 mm loft insulation

Poor
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

Main Fuel

oil (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Blackfield Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awaySO45 1XA

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Gurnard Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayPO31 8DS

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Fawley Infant School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awaySO45 1EA

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy

Secondary
📍2.9 miles awayPO31 8HB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Cowes Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayPO31 8HF

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Cadland Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awaySO45 2HW

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Lanesend Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayPO31 7ES

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Manor Church of England Infant School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awaySO45 2QG

Last inspected: Jul 2023

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 475 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:475 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:190 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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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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