Energy Performance Certificate
1 Selbourne Cottages, Unstead Lane
GU5 0BT
GUILDFORD
Current
D
68
Potential
D
68
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in GUILDFORD, GU5 0BT. The property offers 142m² (1528 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1771, comprising £1408 for heating, £196 for hot water, and £167 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2021 for £670,000.
How Does 1 Selbourne Cottages Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this GUILDFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1771 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 142m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.5 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 GU5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs GUILDFORD
vs GU5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £975/year more than the GUILDFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 1 Oct 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
1 Selbourne Cottages
Unstead Lane
GU5 0BT
GUILDFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
142.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 68
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
18 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
77 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Oct 2024
not sale or rental
About GUILDFORD
GUILDFORD is situated in Surrey, South East. Properties in GUILDFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £612 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The GU5 postcode district contains over 3200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£670,000
5 March 2021
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
£1408.0/yr
Hot Water
£196.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£167.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, LPG
Main Fuel
LPG (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
Broadwater School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Farncombe Church of England Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Bramley CofE Aided Infant School and Nursery
PrimaryGodalming Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Shalford Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Loseley Fields Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Moss Lane School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Busbridge CofE Aided Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
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: 20 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. 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.