Energy Performance Certificate
26 Orchard Close, West Ashton
BA14 6AU
TROWBRIDGE
Current
D
59
Potential
D
59
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in TROWBRIDGE, BA14 6AU. The property offers 107.11m² (1153 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £722, comprising £476 for heating, £192 for hot water, and £54 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 26 Orchard Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this TROWBRIDGE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £722 are approximately £1078 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 107.11m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.9 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 BA14 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs TROWBRIDGE
vs BA14
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £53/year more than the TROWBRIDGE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 3 Apr 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
26 Orchard Close
West Ashton
BA14 6AU
TROWBRIDGE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
107.11 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
59 / 100
Potential: 59
CO₂ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
27 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
132 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Apr 2009
marketed sale
About TROWBRIDGE
TROWBRIDGE is situated in Somerset, South West. Properties in TROWBRIDGE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The BA14 postcode district contains over 16700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
£476.0/yr
Hot Water
£192.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£54.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated at rafters
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, LPG
Main Fuel
LPG - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
West Ashton Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Castle Mead School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Oasis Academy Longmeadow
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Holbrook Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
North Bradley CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Paxcroft Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
The Mead Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
The Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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: 487 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 2026violent crime
4 incidents (57%)
Theft
1 incidents (14%)
Shoplifting
1 incidents (14%)
Vehicle 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.