Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 60, Point 500
BH8 9TF
BOURNEMOUTH
Current
D
55
Potential
C
75
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in BOURNEMOUTH, BH8 9TF. The property offers 47m² (506 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1802, comprising £1083 for heating, £616 for hot water, and £103 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 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 60 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this BOURNEMOUTH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1802 are close to the UK average. With 47m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 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 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1174/year more than the BOURNEMOUTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 30 Nov 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 60
Point 500
500 Castle Lane West
BH8 9TF
BOURNEMOUTH
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
47.0 m²
1.0 total rooms
1.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 75
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
54 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
322 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
30 Nov 2023
marketed sale
About BOURNEMOUTH
BOURNEMOUTH is situated in Dorset, South West. Properties in BOURNEMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £455 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BH8 postcode district contains over 10900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£1083.0/yr
Save £612/yr
Hot Water
£616.0/yr
Save £390/yr
Lighting
83.0% low energy
£103.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
System built, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Flat, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Bishop of Winchester Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Bournemouth School for Girls
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2012
Jewell Academy Bournemouth
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2015
Queen's Park Infant Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Bournemouth School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2011
Muscliff Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Queen's Park Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2014
St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
54 incidents (30%)
Shoplifting
43 incidents (24%)
Anti-social behaviour
30 incidents (17%)
Vehicle crime
19 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
8 incidents (4%)
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. 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.