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2 Cranleigh Close

DA5 1QB

BEXLEY

Current

D

66

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in BEXLEY, DA5 1QB. The property offers 153m² (1647 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. 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 B rating (81/100). 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. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1690, comprising £1387 for heating, £161 for hot water, and £142 for lighting. The property produces 5.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2024 for £740,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 2 Cranleigh Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this BEXLEY property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1690 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 153m², 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 DA5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs BEXLEY

This property66
Average58
+14% better
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vs DA5

This property66
Average56
+18% better

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: £851/year more than the BEXLEY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(66 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Oct 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Cranleigh Close

DA5 1QB

BEXLEY

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

153.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

5.4 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

201 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Oct 2024

marketed sale

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About BEXLEY

BEXLEY is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in BEXLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). Heating costs are £548 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DA5 postcode district contains over 5400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£740,000

24 October 2024

Type: Detached

+£160,000(+27.6%)

vs previous sale

£580,000

28 June 2021

Type: Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 27.6% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1387.0/yr

Save £393/yr

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Hot Water

£161.0/yr

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Lighting

92.0% low energy

£142.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, limited insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 92% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Beths Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayDA5 1NE

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St Columba's Catholic Boys' School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayDA6 7QB

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Gravel Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDA6 7QJ

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

St Catherine's Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayDA6 7QJ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Townley Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayDA6 7AB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

Bexleyheath Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayDA6 7DA

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Upton Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDA5 1HH

Last inspected: Jul 2017

Outstanding

Pelham Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDA7 4HL

Last inspected: Nov 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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Higher Crime233 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

64 incidents (27%)

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Anti-social behaviour

56 incidents (24%)

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Shoplifting

23 incidents (10%)

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Criminal damage

21 incidents (9%)

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Theft

19 incidents (8%)

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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