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Energy Performance Certificate

8 Windmill Close, Towersey

OX9 3RG

THAME

Current

C

76

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in THAME, OX9 3RG. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £1194, comprising £365 for heating, £712 for hot water, and £117 for lighting. The property produces 1.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 8 Windmill Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this THAME property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1194 are approximately £606 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.7 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 OX9 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs THAME

This property76
Average64
+19% better
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vs OX9

This property76
Average62
+23% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £512/year more than the THAME average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(76 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 27 Nov 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

8 Windmill Close

Towersey

OX9 3RG

THAME

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

64.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

1.7 tonnes/year

26 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

157 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Nov 2023

rental

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About THAME

THAME is situated in Oxfordshire, South East. Properties in THAME have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £317 below the THAME average, offering good value. The OX9 postcode district contains over 5200 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£365.0/yr

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Hot Water

£712.0/yr

Save £92/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£117.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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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

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (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

John Hampden Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayOX9 3HU

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Barley Hill Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayOX9 3DH

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Haddenham St Mary's Church of England School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayHP17 8AF

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Thame

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayOX9 2AB

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Lord Williams's School

Secondary
📍2.2 miles awayOX9 2AQ

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Haddenham Community Junior School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayHP17 8DS

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Haddenham Community Infant School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayHP17 8DS

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Mill Lane Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayOX39 4RF

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime11 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

4 incidents (36%)

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Public order

2 incidents (18%)

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Anti-social behaviour

1 incidents (9%)

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Criminal damage

1 incidents (9%)

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Theft

1 incidents (9%)

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.

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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