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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

3, Fox Lane

BR2 6AL

KESTON

Current

G

18

Potential

C

75

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,752

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£950

potential per year

This property costs approximately £952 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,802 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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🏠 ECO4 Scheme

Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £1,802 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Journey to A
GA
39,000
Property Value Boost
Investment
£22,500
Payback
~7 yrs
Current Costs
£2,752/yr
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Loft Insulation

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

Save £200/yrPayback: ~5 years+3 EPC points
£1,000
Cost
2
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Air Source Heat Pump

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

Save £1802/yrPayback: ~2 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
3
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Save £1000/yrPayback: ~11 years+7 EPC points
£11,000
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This detached house is located in KESTON, BR2 6AL. The property offers 145m² (1561 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (18/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). The gas central heating system has average efficiency, indicating a boiler that may be 10-15 years old. While functional, upgrading to a modern A-rated condensing boiler could improve efficiency by 15-25%. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £2752, comprising £2340 for heating, £305 for hot water, and £107 for lighting. The property produces 15.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2022 for £985,000.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(18 points)

Achievable Rating

C(75 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Jun 2012

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

Timber frame, as built, partial insulation (assumed)

Average

🏗️ Roof

Flat, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Some double glazing

Poor

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

30.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 30% of fixed outlets

Average

Property Information

📍

Full Address

3, Fox Lane

BR2 6AL

KESTON

🏠

Property Type

House

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

145.0

7.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

15.0 tonnes/year

104 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

536 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in KESTON

KESTON properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (BR2) 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

£2340 /yr

Save £1525/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£305 /yr

Save £233/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

30.0% low energy

£107 /yr

Save £44/yr with improvements

💷 Sales History

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

£985,000

D

Aug 2022

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Keston Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBR2 6BN

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Wickham Common Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBR4 9DG

Last inspected: Feb 2018

Good

Ravens Wood School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayBR2 8HP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Hayes School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayBR2 7DB

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Outstanding

Hayes Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayBR2 7LQ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Bishop Justus CofE School

Secondary
📍1.7 miles awayBR2 8HZ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Trinity Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayBR2 8LD

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Hawes Down Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayBR4 0BA

Last inspected: Jul 2023

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: 393 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:393 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:157 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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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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