Energy Performance Certificate
7 Fosters, Fosters Lane
RG5 4HH
READING
Current
C
70
Potential
C
70
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in READING, RG5 4HH. The property offers 55m² (592 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £743, comprising £492 for heating, £209 for hot water, and £42 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 7 Fosters Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this READING property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £743 are approximately £1057 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 55m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.6 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 RG5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs READING
vs RG5
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: £63/year more than the READING average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 8 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
7 Fosters
Fosters Lane
Woodley
RG5 4HH
READING
Property Type
Flat
Not Recorded
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012-2021
Floor Area
55.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 70
CO₂ Emissions
1.6 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
170 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 Oct 2025
Stock condition survey
About READING
READING is situated in Berkshire, South East. Properties in READING have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The RG5 postcode district contains over 7200 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£492.0/yr
Hot Water
£209/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£42.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
mains gas (community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Rivermead Primary School
PrimaryBeechwood Primary School
PrimarySouth Lake Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2013
St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Highwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
The Bulmershe School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2017
Woodley CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Willow Bank Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 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: 500 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.