Energy Performance Certificate
Kent Hounds, Pump Lane
BR6 7PL
ORPINGTON
Current
C
78
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ORPINGTON, BR6 7PL. The property offers 349m² (3757 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a ground 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 £1468, comprising £1216 for heating, £146 for hot water, and £106 for lighting. The property produces 5.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Kent Hounds Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this ORPINGTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1468 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 349m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BR6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ORPINGTON
vs BR6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £676/year more than the ORPINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 15 Feb 2011
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Property Information
Full Address
Kent Hounds
Pump Lane
BR6 7PL
ORPINGTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
349.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
5.4 tonnes/year
15 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
100 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
15 Feb 2011
new dwelling
About ORPINGTON
ORPINGTON is situated in Bromley, South East. Properties in ORPINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £424 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BR6 postcode district contains over 13600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1216.0/yr
Hot Water
£146.0/yr
Lighting
40.0% low energy
£106.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/mA?K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/mA?K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/mA?K
Heating System
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Chelsfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
The Highway Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Blenheim Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Harris Academy Orpington
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
St Olave's and St Saviour's Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2014
Halstead Community Primary School
PrimaryCrockenhill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Pratts Bottom Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Burglary
1 incidents (50%)
Theft
1 incidents (50%)
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. 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.