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Energy Performance Certificate

Garden Cottage, Flint House

OX9 3QH

Towersey

Current

A

115

Potential

A

134

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in Towersey, OX9 3QH. The property offers 99m² (1066 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (115/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £849, comprising £314 for heating, £475 for hot water, and £60 for lighting.

How Does Garden Cottage Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 115/100, this Towersey property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £849 are approximately £951 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 99m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the OX9 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property115
Average60
+92% better
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vs Towersey

This property115
Average60
+92% better
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vs OX9

This property115
Average62
+85% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 115/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £1/year less than the Towersey average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(115 points)

Potential Rating

A(134 points)

Based on assessment dated 4 Mar 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Garden Cottage

Flint House

Windmill Road

OX9 3QH

Towersey

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

2023

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Floor Area

99.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

115 / 100

Potential: 134

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CO₂ Emissions

-0.5 tonnes/year

-5 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-34 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Mar 2025

new dwelling

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About Towersey

Towersey is situated in Oxfordshire, South East. Properties in Towersey have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £536 below the Towersey average, offering good value. The OX9 postcode district contains over 5200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£314.0/yr

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Hot Water

£475.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£60.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Haddenham St Mary's Church of England School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayHP17 8AF

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Barley Hill Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayOX9 3DH

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

John Hampden Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayOX9 3HU

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Haddenham Community Junior School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayHP17 8DS

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Haddenham Community Infant School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayHP17 8DS

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Thame

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayOX9 2AB

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Lord Williams's School

Secondary
📍2.3 miles awayOX9 2AQ

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Cuddington and Dinton CofE School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayHP18 0AP

Last inspected: Jan 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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 20 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:20 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:3 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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