Energy Performance Certificate
15 Palm Avenue
DA14 5JF
SIDCUP
Current
C
74
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in SIDCUP, DA14 5JF. The property offers 129m² (1389 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1294, comprising £980 for heating, £177 for hot water, and £137 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2025 for £625,000, with 5 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 15 Palm Avenue Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this SIDCUP property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1294 are approximately £506 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 129m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.3 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 DA14 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SIDCUP
vs DA14
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £599/year more than the SIDCUP average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 8 Jul 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
15 Palm Avenue
DA14 5JF
SIDCUP
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
129.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
3.3 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
144 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 Jul 2024
marketed sale
About SIDCUP
SIDCUP is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in SIDCUP have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £285 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DA14 postcode district contains over 8200 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the SIDCUP area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£625,000
17 January 2025
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£360,000
1 April 2021
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£356,000
9 November 2018
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£298,000
29 May 2018
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£245,000
14 September 2017
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 5 times since 2015. Value has increased by 155.1% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£980.0/yr
Hot Water
£177.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£137.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with external insulation
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
Hope Community School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
St Peter Chanel Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Orchard Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Kemnal Technology College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Cleeve Park School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Royal Park Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Gray's Farm Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2021
Midfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2017
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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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.