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1 Keswick Gardens, Woodley

RG5 3QB

READING

Current

B

91

Potential

A

94

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in READING, RG5 3QB. The property offers 94m² (1012 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (91/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (94/100). 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. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1496, comprising £898 for heating, £519 for hot water, and £79 for lighting. The property produces 0.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2022 for £430,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 1 Keswick Gardens Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 91/100, this READING property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1496 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 94m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.2 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the RG5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property91
Average60
+52% better
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vs READING

This property91
Average63
+44% better
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vs RG5

This property91
Average62
+47% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 91/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £816/year more than the READING average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(91 points)

Potential Rating

A(94 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 20 Oct 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

1 Keswick Gardens

Woodley

RG5 3QB

READING

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

94.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

91 / 100

Potential: 94

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CO₂ Emissions

0.2 tonnes/year

2 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

31 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Oct 2025

Stock condition survey

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About READING

READING is situated in Berkshire, South East. Properties in READING have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £218 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The RG5 postcode district contains over 7200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£430,000

4 February 2022

Type: Semi-Detached

+£160,000(+59.3%)

vs previous sale

£270,000

4 February 2016

Type: Semi-Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 59.3% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£898.0/yr

Save £96/yr

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Hot Water

£519/yr

Save £65/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£79.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

South Lake Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayRG5 3NA

Last inspected: Mar 2013

Outstanding

Rivermead Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayRG5 4BS
?Not yet rated

Loddon Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayRG6 7LR

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Beechwood Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayRG5 4JJ
?Not yet rated

Hawkedon Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayRG6 3AP

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Highwood Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayRG5 3JE

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Maiden Erlegh School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayRG6 7HS

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Outstanding

The Bulmershe School

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayRG5 3EU

Last inspected: Nov 2017

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
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Download Speed

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