Energy Performance Certificate
Brook Cottage, Broadwell
GL7 3QS
LECHLADE
Current
F
37
Potential
E
43
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,510
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,350
potential per year
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in LECHLADE, GL7 3QS. The property offers 57.3m² (617 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (37/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (43/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Estimated annual energy costs are £1510, comprising £1092 for heating, £311 for hot water, and £107 for lighting. The property produces 7.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 3 Mar 2011
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Roof room(s), thatched with additional insulation
🪟 Windows
Some secondary glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
55.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 55% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Brook Cottage
Broadwell
GL7 3QS
LECHLADE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
57.3 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
7.2 tonnes/year
60 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
455 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in LECHLADE
LECHLADE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (GL7) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
£1092 /yr
Save £127/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£311 /yr
💡 Lighting
55.0% low energy
£107 /yr
Save £33/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Christopher's Church of England School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Peter's Church of England School, Alvescot
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Edith Moorhouse Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Carterton
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Clanfield CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Gateway Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Carterton Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Southrop Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
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: 487 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
3 incidents (43%)
Vehicle crime
2 incidents (29%)
Public order
1 incidents (14%)
Other crime
1 incidents (14%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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