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7 Beech Road

GU14 8EX

FARNBOROUGH

Current

D

68

Potential

D

68

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in FARNBOROUGH, GU14 8EX. The property offers 73m² (786 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1166, comprising £884 for heating, £187 for hot water, and £95 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. 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 7 Beech Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this FARNBOROUGH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1166 are approximately £634 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.9 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 GU14 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs FARNBOROUGH

This property68
Average63
+8% better
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vs GU14

This property68
Average62
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £558/year more than the FARNBOROUGH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

D(68 points)

Based on assessment dated 25 Jul 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

7 Beech Road

GU14 8EX

FARNBOROUGH

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

73.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 68

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CO₂ Emissions

2.9 tonnes/year

40 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

229 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

25 Jul 2024

not sale or rental

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About FARNBOROUGH

FARNBOROUGH is situated in Surrey, South East. Properties in FARNBOROUGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £276 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The GU14 postcode district contains over 19000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the FARNBOROUGH area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£884.0/yr

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Hot Water

£187.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£95.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Cherrywood Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayGU14 8LH

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Farnborough Grange Nursery & Infant Community School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayGU14 8HW

Last inspected: Sept 2022

?Special Measures

Grange Community Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayGU14 8TA

Last inspected: Jun 2015

Outstanding

St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayGU14 8LS

Last inspected: Sept 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

The Ferns Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayGU14 9FX

Last inspected: Nov 2022

?Serious Weaknesses

Manor Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayGU14 9DX

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Manor Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayGU14 9DX

Last inspected: Mar 2011

Outstanding

Cove Infant School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayGU14 9DP

Last inspected: Sept 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

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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