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48, Woodlands Park

DA5 2EL

BEXLEY

Current

D

64

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in BEXLEY, DA5 2EL. The property offers 99m² (1066 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (64/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). 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. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £918, comprising £659 for heating, £180 for hot water, and £79 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2017 for £480,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 48, Woodlands Park Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this BEXLEY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £918 are approximately £882 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 99m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 4.0 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 property64
Average60
+7% better
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vs BEXLEY

This property64
Average58
+10% better
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vs DA5

This property64
Average56
+14% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 64/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £79/year more than the BEXLEY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(64 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 17 Jun 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

48, Woodlands Park

DA5 2EL

BEXLEY

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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

99.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

64 / 100

Potential: 86

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CO₂ Emissions

4.0 tonnes/year

41 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

230 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Jun 2015

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). 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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Property Sale History

£480,000

5 July 2017

Type: Semi-Detached

+£110,000(+29.7%)

vs previous sale

£370,000

27 September 2016

Type: Semi-Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 29.7% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£659.0/yr

Save £210/yr

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Hot Water

£180.0/yr

Save £104/yr

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Lighting

67.0% low energy

£79.0/yr

Save £19/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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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 67% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Joydens Wood Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDA2 7NE

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Joydens Wood Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDA5 2JD

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Maypole Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDA2 7UZ
?Not yet rated

Hextable Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBR8 7RL

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Wilmington Academy

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayDA2 7DR

Last inspected: May 2023

Outstanding

Wilmington Grammar School for Girls

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayDA2 7BB

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayDA2 7DA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Wilmington Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 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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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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