Energy Performance Certificate
1 Knowl Wood Lane, Farnborough
BR6 8FA
ORPINGTON
Current
B
87
Potential
B
88
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ORPINGTON, BR6 8FA. The property offers 925m² (9957 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 14 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (87/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a ground 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 cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £4052, comprising £3258 for heating, £403 for hot water, and £391 for lighting. The property produces 7.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does 1 Knowl Wood Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 87/100, this ORPINGTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £4052 annually are £2252 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 925m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.4 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BR6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ORPINGTON
vs BR6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 87/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £3260/year more than the ORPINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 20 Feb 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
1 Knowl Wood Lane
Farnborough
BR6 8FA
ORPINGTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
925.0 m²
14.0 total rooms
14.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
87 / 100
Potential: 88
CO₂ Emissions
7.4 tonnes/year
8 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
47 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Feb 2025
marketed sale
About ORPINGTON
ORPINGTON is situated in Bromley, South East. Properties in ORPINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £2466 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BR6 postcode district contains over 13600 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£3258.0/yr
Hot Water
£403.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£391.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Flat, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Darrick Wood Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Darrick Wood School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School
PrimaryTrinity Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Bishop Justus CofE School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Newstead Wood School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Ravens Wood School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Tubbenden Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
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: 165 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) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
37 incidents (28%)
Anti-social behaviour
26 incidents (19%)
Public order
16 incidents (12%)
Theft
15 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
10 incidents (7%)
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.
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.