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Energy Performance Certificate

34, Red Lodge Road

DA5 2JP

BEXLEY

Current

D

68

Potential

C

70

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in BEXLEY, DA5 2JP. The property offers 93.123m² (1002 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. 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 £686, comprising £504 for heating, £93 for hot water, and £89 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 34, Red Lodge Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this BEXLEY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £686 are approximately £1114 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 93.123m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.7 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 DA5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs BEXLEY

This property68
Average58
+17% better
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vs DA5

This property68
Average56
+21% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £153/year less than the BEXLEY 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(68 points)

Potential Rating

C(70 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Feb 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

34, Red Lodge Road

DA5 2JP

BEXLEY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

93.123

5.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 70

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CO₂ Emissions

3.7 tonnes/year

40 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

241 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Feb 2009

marketed sale

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About BEXLEY

BEXLEY is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in BEXLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). Heating costs are £335 below the BEXLEY average, offering good value. The DA5 postcode district contains over 5400 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BEXLEY area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£504.0/yr

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Hot Water

£93.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£89.0/yr

Save £44/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with external insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Joydens Wood Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDA2 7NE

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Maypole Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDA2 7UZ
?Not yet rated

Joydens Wood Infant School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDA5 2JD

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Wilmington Academy

Secondary
📍1 miles awayDA2 7DR

Last inspected: May 2023

Outstanding

Hextable Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBR8 7RL

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Wilmington Grammar School for Girls

Secondary
📍1 miles awayDA2 7BB

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayDA2 7DA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Wilmington Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayDA2 7DF

Last inspected: Jun 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: 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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Area Safety

Low Crime34 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Theft

9 incidents (26%)

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violent crime

8 incidents (24%)

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Vehicle crime

5 incidents (15%)

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Anti-social behaviour

4 incidents (12%)

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Burglary

2 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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