Energy Performance Certificate
Small Timbers, Hazel Grove
BR6 8LU
ORPINGTON
Current
C
79
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ORPINGTON, BR6 8LU. The property offers 489m² (5264 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1930, comprising £1610 for heating, £139 for hot water, and £181 for lighting. The property produces 9.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Small Timbers Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this ORPINGTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1930 are close to the UK average. At 489m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 9.6 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
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 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1138/year more than the ORPINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 3 Apr 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
Small Timbers
Hazel Grove
BR6 8LU
ORPINGTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
489.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
9.6 tonnes/year
20 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
112 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Apr 2019
marketed sale
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 £818 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
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1610.0/yr
Hot Water
£139.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£181.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Darrick Wood School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Darrick Wood Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School
PrimaryNewstead Wood School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Tubbenden Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Crofton Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Trinity Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Crofton Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
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: 157 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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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.