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Birchwood Boarding Kennels, 115b Tile Kiln Lane

DA5 2BD

BEXLEY

Current

C

69

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in BEXLEY, DA5 2BD. The property offers 323m² (3477 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), 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. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £2048, comprising £1814 for heating, £118 for hot water, and £116 for lighting. The property produces 8.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does Birchwood Boarding Kennels Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this BEXLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £2048 are close to the UK average. At 323m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.7 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 DA5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs BEXLEY

This property69
Average58
+19% better
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vs DA5

This property69
Average56
+23% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1209/year more than the BEXLEY 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(69 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

Based on assessment dated 27 Feb 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

Birchwood Boarding Kennels

115b Tile Kiln Lane

DA5 2BD

BEXLEY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

323.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

8.7 tonnes/year

27 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

144 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Feb 2014

none of the above

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About BEXLEY

BEXLEY is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in BEXLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £975 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DA5 postcode district contains over 5400 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

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

£1814.0/yr

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Hot Water

£118.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£116.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated at rafters

Good
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Windows

Fully triple glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated

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Heating System

Boiler and underfloor heating, 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

Maypole Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDA2 7UZ
?Not yet rated

Joydens Wood Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDA2 7NE

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Joydens Wood Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDA5 2JD

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Wilmington Academy

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayDA2 7DR

Last inspected: May 2023

Outstanding

Wilmington Grammar School for Girls

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayDA2 7BB

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayDA2 7DA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Beths Grammar School

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayDA5 1NE

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Wentworth Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayDA1 3NG

Last inspected: Jun 2023

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: 482 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:482 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:193 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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