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Energy Performance Certificate

3 Rufford Gate

RG12 2AD

BRACKNELL

Current

C

77

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BRACKNELL, RG12 2AD. The property offers 104m² (1119 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £639, comprising £413 for heating, £105 for hot water, and £121 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 3 Rufford Gate Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this BRACKNELL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £639 are approximately £1161 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 104m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 RG12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs BRACKNELL

This property77
Average66
+17% better
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vs RG12

This property77
Average65
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £84/year more than the BRACKNELL average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(77 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Apr 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

3 Rufford Gate

RG12 2AD

BRACKNELL

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

104.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

127 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Apr 2023

marketed sale

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About BRACKNELL

BRACKNELL is situated in Berkshire, South East. Properties in BRACKNELL have an average EPC rating of D (score 66/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The RG12 postcode district contains over 21500 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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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£413.0/yr

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Hot Water

£105.0/yr

Save £41/yr

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Lighting

67.0% low energy

£121.0/yr

Save £30/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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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 67% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Holly Spring Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayRG12 2SW

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bracknell

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayRG12 9AP

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Harmans Water Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayRG12 9NE

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

Ranelagh School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayRG12 9DA

Last inspected: Mar 2015

Outstanding

Whitegrove Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayRG42 3QS

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Garth Hill College

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayRG42 2AD

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

The Brakenhale School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayRG12 7BA

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Sandy Lane Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayRG12 2JG
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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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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.

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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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