Energy Performance Certificate
7, Forest Ridge
BR2 6EG
KESTON
Current
C
72
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in KESTON, BR2 6EG. The property offers 528m² (5683 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2505, comprising £2110 for heating, £122 for hot water, and £273 for lighting. The property produces 13.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2017 for £2,800,000.
How Does 7, Forest Ridge Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this KESTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2505 annually are £705 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 528m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 13.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BR2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs KESTON
vs BR2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1169/year more than the KESTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 12 Nov 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
7, Forest Ridge
BR2 6EG
KESTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
528.0 m²
11.0 total rooms
11.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
13.0 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
131 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 Nov 2012
marketed sale
About KESTON
KESTON is situated in Bromley, South East. Properties in KESTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £774 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BR2 postcode district contains over 16200 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the KESTON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£2,800,000
31 May 2017
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£2110.0/yr
Save £189/yr
Hot Water
£122.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£273.0/yr
Save £137/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ravens Wood School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Keston Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Darrick Wood Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School
PrimaryDarrick Wood School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Trinity Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Bishop Justus CofE School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Newstead Wood School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
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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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.