Energy Performance Certificate
Dene Cottage, Woldingham Road
CR3 7LA
CATERHAM
Current
F
35
Potential
B
81
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£3,343
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,173
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,543 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,170 annually.
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£7,500
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External Wall Insulation
Your walls are rated Very Poor. External insulation can dramatically cut heat loss.
Double Glazing
Your windows are rated Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached bungalow is located in CATERHAM, CR3 7LA. The property offers 214m² (2303 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (35/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £3343, comprising £2548 for heating, £609 for hot water, and £186 for lighting. The property produces 16.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 2 Apr 2015
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
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Partial double glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
Dene Cottage
Woldingham Road
CR3 7LA
CATERHAM
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
214.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
16.0 tonnes/year
77 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
434 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in CATERHAM
CATERHAM properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CR3) 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
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£2548 /yr
Save £1601/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£609 /yr
Save £477/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£186 /yr
Save £92/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Woodlea Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Warlingham Village Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2015
de Stafford School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
St Francis Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Audley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Whyteleafe Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Hamsey Green Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
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: 377 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) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
13 incidents (33%)
Anti-social behaviour
8 incidents (21%)
Vehicle crime
5 incidents (13%)
Theft
4 incidents (10%)
Burglary
3 incidents (8%)
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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