At a Glance
This terraced house is located in BEXLEY, DA5 1NR. The property offers 101m² (1087 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £736, comprising £556 for heating, £103 for hot water, and £77 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this BEXLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £736 are approximately £1064 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 101m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.3 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.
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £103/year less than the BEXLEY average
Current Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 7 Jul 2020
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Full Address
56, Bradbourne Road
DA5 1NR
BEXLEY
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
101.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
3.3 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
185 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
7 Jul 2020
marketed sale
BEXLEY is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in BEXLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £283 below the BEXLEY average, offering good value. The DA5 postcode district contains over 5400 registered properties.
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Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£556.0/yr
Save £114/yr
Hot Water
£103.0/yr
Save £31/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£77.0/yr
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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Average download speed: 500 Mbps
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Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.