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Energy Performance Certificate

24 FOREST RIDGE

BR2 6EQ

KESTON

Current

B

83

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in KESTON, BR2 6EQ. The property offers 1228m² (13218 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 17 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £3579, comprising £3121 for heating, £128 for hot water, and £330 for lighting. The property produces 18.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2018 for £5,150,000.

How Does 24 FOREST RIDGE Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this KESTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £3579 annually are £1779 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 1228m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 18.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BR2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property83
Average60
+38% better
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vs KESTON

This property83
Average59
+41% better
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vs BR2

This property83
Average59
+41% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £2243/year more than the KESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(83 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

Based on assessment dated 3 Jun 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

24 FOREST RIDGE

BR2 6EQ

KESTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

1228.0

17.0 total rooms

17.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

83 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

18.0 tonnes/year

15 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

85 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

3 Jun 2021

marketed sale

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About KESTON

KESTON is situated in Bromley, South East. Properties in KESTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1785 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BR2 postcode district contains over 16200 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£5,150,000

7 March 2018

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

£3121.0/yr

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Hot Water

£128.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£330.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and underfloor heating, 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

Ravens Wood School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBR2 8HP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Keston Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBR2 6BN

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Darrick Wood Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBR6 8ER

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBR6 8ER
?Not yet rated

Darrick Wood School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayBR6 8ER

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Trinity Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayBR2 8LD

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Bishop Justus CofE School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayBR2 8HZ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Newstead Wood School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayBR6 9SA

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Outstanding

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 173 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:173 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:26 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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. 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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