Energy Performance Certificate
Southey House, 156 Westbury Road
BS9 3AL
BRISTOL
Current
F
33
Potential
D
65
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£3,346
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,996
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,546 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,350 annually.
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🏛️ BUS Grant
£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in BRISTOL, BS9 3AL. The property offers 202m² (2174 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (33/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (65/100). 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £3346, comprising £2958 for heating, £242 for hot water, and £146 for lighting. The property produces 14.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 7 May 2025
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
Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Some secondary glazing
📦 Floor
To unheated space, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Southey House
156 Westbury Road
BS9 3AL
BRISTOL
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
202.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
14.0 tonnes/year
69 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
270 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 (BS9) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£2958 /yr
Save £1252/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£242 /yr
Save £101/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£146 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Ursula's E-ACT Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Elmlea Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2015
Elmlea Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Westbury-On-Trym Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Henleaze Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Henleaze Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2013
Badocks Wood E-ACT Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Bristol Free School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
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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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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