Energy Performance Certificate
142 Murchison Avenue
DA5 3LL
BEXLEY
Current
C
71
Potential
B
84
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in BEXLEY, DA5 3LL. The property offers 111m² (1195 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. 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 (84/100). 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 £745, comprising £546 for heating, £97 for hot water, and £102 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2023 for £590,000.
How Does 142 Murchison Avenue Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this BEXLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £745 are approximately £1055 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 111m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.4 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 DA5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BEXLEY
vs DA5
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: £94/year less than the BEXLEY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 18 Aug 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
142 Murchison Avenue
DA5 3LL
BEXLEY
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
111.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 84
CO₂ Emissions
3.4 tonnes/year
31 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
174 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
18 Aug 2022
marketed sale
About BEXLEY
BEXLEY is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in BEXLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £293 below the BEXLEY average, offering good value. The DA5 postcode district contains over 5400 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BEXLEY area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£590,000
10 May 2023
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£546.0/yr
Save £77/yr
Hot Water
£97.0/yr
Save £29/yr
Lighting
80.0% low energy
£102.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
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 80% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hurst Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Old Bexley Church of England School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Upton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2017
Townley Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Hurstmere School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Royal Park Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Sherwood Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Blackfen School for Girls
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
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
31 incidents (29%)
Anti-social behaviour
29 incidents (27%)
Vehicle crime
10 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
8 incidents (8%)
Theft
7 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.
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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.