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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 2 , 88 Derwent Avenue

OX3 0AS

Headington

Current

C

70

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in Headington, OX3 0AS. The property offers 19m² (205 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. 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. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 £658, comprising £217 for heating, £423 for hot water, and £18 for lighting. The property produces 0.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 2 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this Headington property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £658 are approximately £1142 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 19m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.3 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 OX3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs Headington

This property70
Average69
+1% better
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vs OX3

This property70
Average62
+13% better

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: £32/year more than the Headington average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 18 Sept 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 2

88 Derwent Avenue

OX3 0AS

Headington

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012-2021

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Floor Area

19.0

1.0 total rooms

1.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

0.3 tonnes/year

17 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

184 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Sept 2025

rental

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About Headington

Headington is situated in Oxfordshire, South East. Properties in Headington have an average EPC rating of C (score 69/100). Heating costs are £409 below the Headington average, offering good value. The OX3 postcode district contains over 15400 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

Room heaters, electric

£217.0/yr

Save £71/yr

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Hot Water

£423.0/yr

Save £205/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£18.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Flat, insulated

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Excellent lighting efficiency

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

New Marston Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayOX3 0AY

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Oxford

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayOX3 7SX

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

St Nicholas' Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayOX3 0PJ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

The Swan School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayOX2 7WP

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Barton Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayOX3 9WN

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Michael's CofE Primary School, Oxford City

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayOX3 0EJ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Oxford

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayOX3 9ED

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Cheney School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayOX3 7QH

Last inspected: Sept 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: 469 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:469 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:188 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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.

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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.

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