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1, Overmead

BR8 8DN

SWANLEY

Current

C

69

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in SWANLEY, BR8 8DN. The property offers 136m² (1464 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £1035, comprising £793 for heating, £108 for hot water, and £134 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 1, Overmead Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this SWANLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1035 are approximately £765 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 136m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.3 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 BR8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs SWANLEY

This property69
Average61
+13% better
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vs BR8

This property69
Average60
+15% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £383/year more than the SWANLEY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(69 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 25 Nov 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

1, Overmead

BR8 8DN

SWANLEY

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

136.0

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

4.3 tonnes/year

32 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

165 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

25 Nov 2014

none of the above

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About SWANLEY

SWANLEY is situated in Bromley, South East. Properties in SWANLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The BR8 postcode district contains over 6700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the SWANLEY area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£793.0/yr

Save £209/yr

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Hot Water

£108.0/yr

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Lighting

13.0% low energy

£134.0/yr

Save £62/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 13% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

High Firs Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBR8 8NR

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBR8 7BU

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Orchards Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayBR8 7TE

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Crockenhill Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBR8 8JG

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School, Swanley

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBR8 7AY

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Downsview Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBR8 8AU

Last inspected: Apr 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Horizon Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBR8 7BT

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

St Pauls' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayBR8 7PJ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

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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Area Safety

Above Average118 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

43 incidents (36%)

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Anti-social behaviour

27 incidents (23%)

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Theft

9 incidents (8%)

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Drugs

6 incidents (5%)

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Shoplifting

6 incidents (5%)

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.

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