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43, Cotswold Crescent

OX7 5DT

CHIPPING NORTON

Current

C

75

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in CHIPPING NORTON, OX7 5DT. The property offers 84.36m² (908 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £704, comprising £517 for heating, £140 for hot water, and £47 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2022 for £180,000.

How Does 43, Cotswold Crescent Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this CHIPPING NORTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £704 are approximately £1096 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.4 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 OX7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs CHIPPING NORTON

This property75
Average59
+27% better
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vs OX7

This property75
Average57
+32% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £347/year less than the CHIPPING NORTON 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(75 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 18 Jan 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

43, Cotswold Crescent

OX7 5DT

CHIPPING NORTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

84.36

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

33 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

168 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Jan 2012

none of the above

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About CHIPPING NORTON

CHIPPING NORTON is situated in Oxfordshire, South East. Properties in CHIPPING NORTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £534 below the CHIPPING NORTON average, offering good value. The OX7 postcode district contains over 9000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CHIPPING NORTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£180,000

20 July 2022

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£517.0/yr

Save £87/yr

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Hot Water

£140.0/yr

Save £39/yr

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Lighting

83.0% low energy

£47.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with external insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very 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

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

St Mary's Church of England (Aided) Primary School, Chipping Norton

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayOX7 5DH

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Chipping Norton School

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayOX7 5DY

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Holy Trinity Catholic School, Chipping Norton

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayOX7 5AX

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

Chadlington Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayOX7 3LY

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Great Rollright Church of England (Aided) Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayOX7 5SA

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Kingham Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayOX7 6YD

Last inspected: Sept 2010

Outstanding

Enstone Primary School

Primary
📍4.1 miles awayOX7 4LP

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Acorns Primary School

Primary
📍4.2 miles awayCV36 5LA

Last inspected: Nov 2022

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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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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