Energy Performance Certificate
142 Charterhouse Road
BR6 9EU
ORPINGTON
Current
C
71
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in ORPINGTON, BR6 9EU. The property offers 126m² (1356 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1535, comprising £1201 for heating, £198 for hot water, and £136 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2025 for £540,000.
How Does 142 Charterhouse Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this ORPINGTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1535 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 126m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 4.0 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 BR6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ORPINGTON
vs BR6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £743/year more than the ORPINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 Jun 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
142 Charterhouse Road
BR6 9EU
ORPINGTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
126.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
4.0 tonnes/year
32 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
179 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 Jun 2024
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 £409 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BR6 postcode district contains over 13600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the ORPINGTON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£540,000
RECENT18 July 2025
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1201.0/yr
Save £176/yr
Hot Water
£198.0/yr
Save £64/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£136.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Flat, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (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
The Highway Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
St Olave's and St Saviour's Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2014
Blenheim Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Harris Academy Orpington
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Warren Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Chelsfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Green Street Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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: 500 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 (31%)
Anti-social behaviour
18 incidents (15%)
Vehicle crime
15 incidents (12%)
Theft
13 incidents (11%)
Shoplifting
13 incidents (11%)
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.
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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.