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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

2 BOCKMER END COTTAGES, BOCKMER ROAD

SL7 2HL

BOCKMER END

Current

F

34

Potential

A

96

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,314

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£646

potential per year

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a A rating — saving up to £668 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Journey to A
FA
32,500
Property Value Boost
Investment
£23,500
Payback
~11 yrs
Current Costs
£1,314/yr
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

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£2,000
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2
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This semi-detached house is located in BOCKMER END, SL7 2HL. The property offers 92m² (990 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (34/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (96/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1314, comprising £1093 for heating, £124 for hot water, and £97 for lighting. The property produces 6.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
Potential
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
Current
G1-20

Current Rating

F(34 points)

Achievable Rating

A(96 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Feb 2021

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good

🪟 Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Average

💡 Lighting

70.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 70% of fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

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Full Address

2 BOCKMER END COTTAGES

BOCKMER ROAD

SL7 2HL

BOCKMER END

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

92.0

3.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

6.7 tonnes/year

73 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

332 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in BOCKMER END

BOCKMER END properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (SL7) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£1093 /yr

Save £608/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£124 /yr

Save £40/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

70.0% low energy

£97 /yr

Save £20/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Danesfield School

Primary
📍1 miles awaySL7 2EW

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Outstanding

Spinfield School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awaySL7 2RE

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Sir William Borlase's Grammar School

Secondary
📍2.1 miles awaySL7 2BR

Last inspected: Jun 2012

Outstanding

St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awaySL7 2PJ
?Not yet rated

Holy Trinity Church of England (Aided) School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awaySL7 3AG

Last inspected: May 2013

Outstanding

Marlow Church of England Infant School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awaySL7 3AZ

Last inspected: Mar 2011

Outstanding

Bisham Church of England Academy

Primary
📍2.4 miles awaySL7 1RW

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Burford School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awaySL7 3PQ

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

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

📻Basic Broadband

Average download speed: 0 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:0 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:0 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

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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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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