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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 8, Wallcroft

BS6 6XJ

BRISTOL

Current

F

37

Potential

D

66

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,619

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,559

potential per year

This property costs approximately £819 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,060 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £1,060 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

Save £779/yrPayback: ~4 years+5 EPC points
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced flat is located in BRISTOL, BS6 6XJ. The property offers 110m² (1184 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (37/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (66/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £2619, comprising £1948 for heating, £562 for hot water, and £109 for lighting. The property produces 6.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(37 points)

Achievable Rating

D(66 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Jan 2023

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.

🧱 Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

(another dwelling above)

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

(another dwelling below)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 8

Wallcroft

BS6 6XJ

BRISTOL

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

110.0

4.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

6.0 tonnes/year

55 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

323 kWh/m²/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 (BS6) 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 — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£1948 /yr

Save £779/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£562 /yr

Save £291/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy

£109 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Westbury Park School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBS6 7NU

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBS8 2UH

Last inspected: Mar 2015

Outstanding

Redland Green School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayBS6 7EH

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Outstanding

Elmlea Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBS9 3UU

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

St Bonaventure's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBS7 8HP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Elmlea Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBS9 3UF

Last inspected: Mar 2015

Outstanding

Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBS6 6HY

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Henleaze Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBS9 4LG

Last inspected: Sept 2022

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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.

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