Energy Performance Certificate
4 West Hill Cottages, West Hill
BR6 7JJ
ORPINGTON
Current
B
86
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in ORPINGTON, BR6 7JJ. The property offers 462m² (4973 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (86/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a ground source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. 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 £3625, comprising £3026 for heating, £331 for hot water, and £268 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 4 West Hill Cottages Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 86/100, this ORPINGTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £3625 annually are £1825 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 462m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.4 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 BR6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ORPINGTON
vs BR6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 86/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £2833/year more than the ORPINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 17 Jan 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
4 West Hill Cottages
West Hill
Downe
BR6 7JJ
ORPINGTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
462.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
86 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
4.4 tonnes/year
9 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
56 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Jan 2025
rental
About ORPINGTON
ORPINGTON is situated in Bromley, South East. Properties in ORPINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £2234 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BR6 postcode district contains over 13600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£3026.0/yr
Hot Water
£331.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£268.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Downe Primary School
PrimaryCharles Darwin School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Cudham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Biggin Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Oaklands Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Farnborough Primary School
PrimaryKeston Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Green Street Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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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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.