Energy Performance Certificate
45 Orchid Drive
HP10 9GH
Buckinghamshire
Current
A
93
Potential
A
93
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in Buckinghamshire, HP10 9GH. The property offers 97m² (1044 sq ft) of good-sized living space. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of A (93/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. Estimated annual energy costs are £566, comprising £369 for heating, £138 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 45 Orchid Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 93/100, this Buckinghamshire property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £566 are approximately £1234 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 97m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.0 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 HP10 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Buckinghamshire
vs HP10
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 93/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £13/year more than the Buckinghamshire average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 20 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
45 Orchid Drive
High Wycombe
HP10 9GH
Buckinghamshire
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
97.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
93 / 100
Potential: 93
CO₂ Emissions
1.0 tonnes/year
10 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
52 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Oct 2025
new dwelling
About Buckinghamshire
Buckinghamshire is situated in Buckinghamshire, South East. Properties in Buckinghamshire have an average EPC rating of C (score 75/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The HP10 postcode district contains over 6300 registered properties. Like many Buckinghamshire properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£369.0/yr
Hot Water
£138.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£59.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.2 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.09 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Heating System
No system present: electric heaters assumed
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
Lighting
Excellent lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Abbey View Primary Academy
PrimaryMarsh School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Beechview Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Michael's Catholic School
All-throughWycombe High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2012
The Highcrest Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
John Hampden Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
High Wycombe Church of England Combined School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
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.