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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

27, The Leys

OX7 5HJ

CHIPPING NORTON

Current

F

34

Potential

B

82

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,109

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£814

potential per year

This property costs approximately £309 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,295 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a B rating — saving up to £1,295 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
32,500
Property Value Boost
Investment
£17,500
Payback
~6 yrs
Current Costs
£2,109/yr
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

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£1,000
Cost
2
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

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£2,000
Cost
3
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £1295/yrPayback: ~3 years+10 EPC points
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£11,000
Cost
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This semi-detached house is located in CHIPPING NORTON, OX7 5HJ. The property offers 113m² (1216 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (34/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The flat roof has poor insulation. Flat roof insulation is more complex but essential for preventing heat loss and condensation issues, typically costing £1,000-£3,000 depending on access and method. 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 £2109, comprising £1707 for heating, £251 for hot water, and £151 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2021 for £390,000.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(34 points)

Achievable Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 27 Jul 2020

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Flat, limited insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

14.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 14% of fixed outlets

Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

27, The Leys

OX7 5HJ

CHIPPING NORTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

113.0

7.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

11.0 tonnes/year

93 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

529 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in CHIPPING NORTON

CHIPPING NORTON properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (OX7) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1707 /yr

Save £1050/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£251 /yr

Save £175/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

14.0% low energy

£151 /yr

Save £70/yr with improvements

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to B could add significant value.

£390,000

S

Jan 2021

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Mary's Church of England (Aided) Primary School, Chipping Norton

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayOX7 5DH

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Chipping Norton School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayOX7 5DY

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Holy Trinity Catholic School, Chipping Norton

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayOX7 5AX

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

Great Rollright Church of England (Aided) Primary School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayOX7 5SA

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Kingham Primary School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayOX7 6YD

Last inspected: Sept 2010

Outstanding

Chadlington Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayOX7 3LY

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Acorns Primary School

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayCV36 5LA

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Enstone Primary School

Primary
📍4.5 miles awayOX7 4LP

Last inspected: Jul 2022

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
⬇️

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

Very Low Crime28 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

14 incidents (50%)

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Shoplifting

5 incidents (18%)

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Anti-social behaviour

3 incidents (11%)

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Public order

3 incidents (11%)

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bicycle theft

1 incidents (4%)

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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