Energy Performance Certificate
16 Wards Road
OX7 5BU
CHIPPING NORTON
Current
D
66
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CHIPPING NORTON, OX7 5BU. The property offers 139m² (1496 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £2776, comprising £2094 for heating, £397 for hot water, and £285 for lighting. The property produces 5.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2023 for £605,500, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 16 Wards Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this CHIPPING NORTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2776 annually are £976 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 139m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHIPPING NORTON
vs OX7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1725/year more than the CHIPPING NORTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 20 Mar 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
16 Wards Road
OX7 5BU
CHIPPING NORTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
139.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
66 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
5.6 tonnes/year
41 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
230 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Mar 2023
marketed sale
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). Heating costs are £1043 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The OX7 postcode district contains over 9000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£605,500
14 August 2023
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£430,000
8 January 2016
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 40.8% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£2094.0/yr
Save £285/yr
Hot Water
£397.0/yr
Save £213/yr
Lighting
52.0% low energy
£285.0/yr
Save £92/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 52% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Chipping Norton School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Holy Trinity Catholic School, Chipping Norton
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Mary's Church of England (Aided) Primary School, Chipping Norton
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Great Rollright Church of England (Aided) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Chadlington Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Kingham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2010
Acorns Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Enstone Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
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: 463 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 low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
14 incidents (47%)
Shoplifting
5 incidents (17%)
Public order
4 incidents (13%)
Anti-social behaviour
3 incidents (10%)
Criminal damage
2 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.