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Ysgubor Maenderw Argoed Uchaf Farm, Sunnyview

NP12 0AJ

BLACKWOOD

Current

C

74

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in BLACKWOOD, NP12 0AJ. The property offers 156m² (1679 sq ft) of spacious living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £909, comprising £635 for heating, £185 for hot water, and £89 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Ysgubor Maenderw Argoed Uchaf Farm Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this BLACKWOOD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £909 are approximately £891 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 156m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.6 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 NP12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs BLACKWOOD

This property74
Average62
+19% better
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vs NP12

This property74
Average61
+21% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £185/year more than the BLACKWOOD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

Based on assessment dated 27 Sept 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

Ysgubor Maenderw Argoed Uchaf Farm

Sunnyview

Argoed

NP12 0AJ

BLACKWOOD

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

156.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

3.6 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

131 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Sept 2012

new dwelling

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About BLACKWOOD

BLACKWOOD is situated in Newport, Wales. Properties in BLACKWOOD have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The NP12 postcode district contains over 10200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£635.0/yr

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Hot Water

£185.0/yr

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Lighting

29.0% low energy

£89.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.27 W/m?K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m?K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m?K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Average

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 76% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Longtown Community Primary School

Primary
📍20.4 miles awayHR2 0LE

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Ewyas Harold Primary School

Primary
📍22.3 miles awayHR2 0EY

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Clevedon School

Secondary
📍22.7 miles awayBS21 6AH
?Not yet rated

Garway Primary School

Primary
📍22.8 miles awayHR2 8RQ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

High Down Infant School

Primary
📍22.8 miles awayBS20 6DY

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

High Down Junior School

Primary
📍22.8 miles awayBS20 6DY

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Tutshill Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍22.9 miles awayNP16 7BJ

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

St Nicholas Chantry Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍23 miles awayBS21 7LT

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 20 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:20 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:3 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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