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Energy Performance Certificate

34, Forest Drive

BR2 6EF

KESTON

Current

C

78

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in KESTON, BR2 6EF. The property offers 848m² (9128 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 12 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £3117, comprising £2765 for heating, £137 for hot water, and £215 for lighting. The property produces 17.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does 34, Forest Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this KESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £3117 annually are £1317 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 848m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 17.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BR2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs KESTON

This property78
Average59
+32% better
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vs BR2

This property78
Average59
+32% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1781/year more than the KESTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 10 Jun 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

34, Forest Drive

BR2 6EF

KESTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

848.0

12.0 total rooms

12.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

17.0 tonnes/year

20 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

101 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Jun 2013

marketed sale

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About KESTON

KESTON is situated in Bromley, South East. Properties in KESTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1429 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BR2 postcode district contains over 16200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£2765.0/yr

Save £141/yr

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Hot Water

£137.0/yr

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Lighting

83.0% low energy

£215.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (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 83% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Keston Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBR2 6BN

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Ravens Wood School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBR2 8HP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Darrick Wood School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayBR6 8ER

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBR6 8ER
?Not yet rated

Darrick Wood Junior School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBR6 8ER

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Trinity Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayBR2 8LD

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Bishop Justus CofE School

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayBR2 8HZ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Hayes School

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayBR2 7DB

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Outstanding

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 152 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:152 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:23 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Moderate93 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

32 incidents (34%)

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Public order

12 incidents (13%)

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Anti-social behaviour

10 incidents (11%)

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Theft

7 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

6 incidents (6%)

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.

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