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31 Rectory Close

RG12 7BD

BRACKNELL

Current

D

66

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BRACKNELL, RG12 7BD. The property offers 65m² (700 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1204, comprising £842 for heating, £273 for hot water, and £89 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 31 Rectory Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this BRACKNELL property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1204 are approximately £596 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.1 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 property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs BRACKNELL

This property66
Average66
At average
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vs RG12

This property66
Average65
+2% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £649/year more than the BRACKNELL average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(66 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 May 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

31 Rectory Close

RG12 7BD

BRACKNELL

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

65.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

4.1 tonnes/year

64 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

377 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 May 2025

rental

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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). Heating costs are £287 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The RG12 postcode district contains over 21500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£842.0/yr

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Hot Water

£273.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£89.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (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

The Brakenhale School

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayRG12 7BA

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Ranelagh School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayRG12 9DA

Last inspected: Mar 2015

Outstanding

Fox Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayRG12 7JZ

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Wildridings Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayRG12 7DX

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bracknell

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayRG12 9AP

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

St Michael's Easthampstead Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayRG12 7EH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Harmans Water Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayRG12 9NE

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

Garth Hill College

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayRG42 2AD

Last inspected: May 2019

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: 383 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:383 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:153 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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