Energy Performance Certificate
60 Sprucedale Close
BR8 7YU
SWANLEY
Current
D
59
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in SWANLEY, BR8 7YU. The property offers 28m² (301 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1373, comprising £305 for heating, £966 for hot water, and £102 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2024 for £115,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does 60 Sprucedale Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this SWANLEY property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1373 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 28m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.2 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SWANLEY
vs BR8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £721/year more than the SWANLEY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 Oct 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
60 Sprucedale Close
BR8 7YU
SWANLEY
Property Type
Flat
Enclosed Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
28.0 m²
1.0 total rooms
1.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
59 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
2.2 tonnes/year
78 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
460 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
16 Oct 2023
rental
About SWANLEY
SWANLEY is situated in Bromley, South East. Properties in SWANLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £347 below the SWANLEY average, offering good value. The BR8 postcode district contains over 6700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£115,000
20 June 2024
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
£104,000
27 November 2015
Type: Flat
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 10.6% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£305.0/yr
Save £155/yr
Hot Water
£966.0/yr
Save £719/yr
Lighting
25.0% low energy
£102.0/yr
Save £35/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 25% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Horizon Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School, Swanley
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Orchards Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Downsview Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
High Firs Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Hextable Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St Pauls' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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: 165 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
48 incidents (34%)
Anti-social behaviour
32 incidents (23%)
Theft
16 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
11 incidents (8%)
Drugs
7 incidents (5%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.
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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.