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Energy Performance Certificate

20, Brimstone Close

BR6 7ST

ORPINGTON

Current

C

75

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in ORPINGTON, BR6 7ST. The property offers 232m² (2497 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1208, comprising £963 for heating, £133 for hot water, and £112 for lighting. The property produces 5.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2021 for £1,040,000.

How Does 20, Brimstone Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this ORPINGTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1208 are approximately £592 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 232m², 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 BR6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs ORPINGTON

This property75
Average59
+27% better
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vs BR6

This property75
Average57
+32% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £416/year more than the ORPINGTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(75 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 14 Nov 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

20, Brimstone Close

BR6 7ST

ORPINGTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

232.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

5.1 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

137 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Nov 2019

marketed sale

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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.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£1,040,000

15 January 2021

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£963.0/yr

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Hot Water

£133.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£112.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The Highway Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBR6 9DJ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Chelsfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBR6 6EP

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Pratts Bottom Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBR6 7NX

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Green Street Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBR6 6DT

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Warren Road Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayBR6 6JF

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Outstanding

St Olave's and St Saviour's Grammar School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayBR6 9SH

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayBR6 9JT

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Blenheim Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayBR6 9BH

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

Low Crime36 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

9 incidents (25%)

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Anti-social behaviour

8 incidents (22%)

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Theft

7 incidents (19%)

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Vehicle crime

6 incidents (17%)

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Criminal damage

3 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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