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Energy Performance Certificate

44, Whitecroft

BR8 7YJ

SWANLEY

Current

C

73

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in SWANLEY, BR8 7YJ. The property offers 65m² (700 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £511, comprising £351 for heating, £82 for hot water, and £78 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2018 for £300,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 44, Whitecroft Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this SWANLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £511 are approximately £1289 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.1 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BR8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs SWANLEY

This property73
Average61
+20% better
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vs BR8

This property73
Average60
+22% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £141/year less than the SWANLEY 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(73 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 May 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

44, Whitecroft

BR8 7YJ

SWANLEY

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

65.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

2.1 tonnes/year

32 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

182 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 May 2018

marketed sale

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About SWANLEY

SWANLEY is situated in Bromley, South East. Properties in SWANLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £301 below the SWANLEY average, offering good value. The BR8 postcode district contains over 6700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£300,000

27 July 2018

Type: Terraced

+£76,000(+33.9%)

vs previous sale

£224,000

9 March 2015

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 33.9% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£351.0/yr

Save £32/yr

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Hot Water

£82.0/yr

Save £28/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£78.0/yr

Save £31/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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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 33% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Horizon Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBR8 7BT

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School, Swanley

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBR8 7AY

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Orchards Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayBR8 7TE

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBR8 7BU

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Downsview Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBR8 8AU

Last inspected: Apr 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Hextable Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBR8 7RL

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

High Firs Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBR8 8NR

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

St Pauls' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBR8 7PJ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

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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