Energy Performance Certificate
2, Charles Close
DA14 4ES
SIDCUP
Current
D
63
Potential
C
70
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in SIDCUP, DA14 4ES. The property offers 89.4m² (962 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £825, comprising £526 for heating, £215 for hot water, and £84 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 2, Charles Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this SIDCUP property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £825 are approximately £975 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 89.4m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.8 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 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £130/year more than the SIDCUP average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 11 Oct 2011
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Property Information
Full Address
2, Charles Close
DA14 4ES
SIDCUP
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
89.4 m²
4.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
63 / 100
Potential: 70
CO₂ Emissions
3.8 tonnes/year
43 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
225 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Oct 2011
marketed sale
About SIDCUP
SIDCUP is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in SIDCUP have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). The DA14 postcode district contains over 8200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Warm air, mains gas
£526.0/yr
Save £28/yr
Hot Water
£215.0/yr
Save £91/yr
Lighting
20.0% low energy
£84.0/yr
Save £37/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Warm air, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 20% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Cleeve Park School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Orchard Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St Peter Chanel Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Birkbeck Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Hope Community School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Royal Park Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Hurstmere School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 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: 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.