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12 St. Michaels Close, Shipton-Under-Wychwood

OX7 6BE

CHIPPING NORTON

Current

C

70

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in CHIPPING NORTON, OX7 6BE. The property offers 51m² (549 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £507, comprising £388 for heating, £62 for hot water, and £57 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 12 St. Michaels Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this CHIPPING NORTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £507 are approximately £1293 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 51m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 OX7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs CHIPPING NORTON

This property70
Average59
+19% better
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vs OX7

This property70
Average57
+23% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £544/year less than the CHIPPING NORTON 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(70 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 May 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

12 St. Michaels Close

Shipton-Under-Wychwood

OX7 6BE

CHIPPING NORTON

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

51.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

242 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 May 2022

rental

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About CHIPPING NORTON

CHIPPING NORTON is situated in Oxfordshire, South East. Properties in CHIPPING NORTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £663 below the CHIPPING NORTON average, offering good value. The OX7 postcode district contains over 9000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CHIPPING NORTON 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

£388.0/yr

Save £41/yr

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Hot Water

£62.0/yr

Save £21/yr

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Lighting

75.0% low energy

£57.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very 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

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Wychwood Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayOX7 6BD

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Leafield Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayOX29 9NP

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Bledington Primary School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayOX7 6US

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Burford Primary School

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayOX18 4SG

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Kingham Primary School

Primary
📍4 miles awayOX7 6YD

Last inspected: Sept 2010

Outstanding

Burford School

Secondary
📍4.2 miles awayOX18 4PL

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Chadlington Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.3 miles awayOX7 3LY

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

The Rissington School

Primary
📍4.7 miles awayGL54 2PL

Last inspected: Nov 2011

Outstanding

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: 488 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:488 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:195 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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