Energy Performance Certificate
2 Greenhill Cottages, Greenhill
BR6 7LB
ORPINGTON
Current
C
77
Potential
B
90
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in ORPINGTON, BR6 7LB. The property offers 108m² (1163 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (90/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1073, comprising £663 for heating, £347 for hot water, and £63 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 2 Greenhill Cottages Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this ORPINGTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1073 are approximately £727 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 108m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.5 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BR6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ORPINGTON
vs BR6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £281/year more than the ORPINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 7 Aug 2013
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Property Information
Full Address
2 Greenhill Cottages
Greenhill
Downe
BR6 7LB
ORPINGTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
108.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 90
CO₂ Emissions
1.5 tonnes/year
14 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
109 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
7 Aug 2013
FiT application
About ORPINGTON
ORPINGTON is situated in Bromley, South East. Properties in ORPINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The BR6 postcode district contains over 13600 registered properties. Like many ORPINGTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, warm air, electric
£663.0/yr
Save £110/yr
Hot Water
£347.0/yr
Save £162/yr
Lighting
93.0% low energy
£63.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated
Heating System
Air source heat pump, warm air, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 93% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Downe Primary School
PrimaryCharles Darwin School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Cudham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Biggin Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Oaklands Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Meridian High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Fairchildes Primary School
PrimaryKeston Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
3 incidents (43%)
Criminal damage
1 incidents (14%)
Theft
1 incidents (14%)
Vehicle crime
1 incidents (14%)
violent crime
1 incidents (14%)
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.