Energy Performance Certificate
Flat, Cafe De La Poste
OX7 3NB
CHIPPING NORTON
Current
E
43
Potential
E
45
๐ Upcoming Regulation Change โ Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
E
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
ยฃ2,297
estimated per year
UK Average
ยฃ1,800
per year
After Improvements
ยฃ2,222
potential per year
This property costs approximately ยฃ497 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to ยฃ75 annually.
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๐๏ธ BUS Grant
ยฃ7,500
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About This E-Rated Property
This semi-detached flat is located in CHIPPING NORTON, OX7 3NB. The property offers 39mยฒ (420 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property has an EPC rating of E (43/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. Underfloor heating provides even heat distribution and works particularly well with heat pumps due to the lower water temperatures required. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are ยฃ2297, comprising ยฃ1642 for heating, ยฃ548 for hot water, and ยฃ107 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 21 Jun 2023
Building Elements โ Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
๐งฑ Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
๐๏ธ Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
๐ช Windows
Fully double glazed
๐ฆ Floor
(other premises below)
๐ฅ Heating
Electric underfloor heating
๐ฟ Hot Water
NaN
๐ก Lighting
60.0% low energy โ Low energy lighting in 60% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Flat
Cafe De La Poste
OX7 3NB
CHIPPING NORTON
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
39.0 mยฒ
1.0 total rooms
COโ Emissions
3.2 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
490 kWh/mยฒ/year
E-Rated Properties in CHIPPING NORTON
CHIPPING NORTON has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement โ particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs โ Current vs Potential
๐ฅ Heating
Electric underfloor heating
ยฃ1642 /yr
๐ฟ Hot Water
ยฃ548 /yr
Save ยฃ75/yr
๐ก Lighting
60.0% low energy
ยฃ107 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Chadlington Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Charlbury Primary School
PrimaryChipping Norton School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
St Mary's Church of England (Aided) Primary School, Chipping Norton
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Enstone Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Holy Trinity Catholic School, Chipping Norton
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Finstock Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Wychwood Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
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: 500 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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
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