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Energy Performance Certificate

Tanglewood, Rock Hill

BR6 7PP

ORPINGTON

Current

F

31

Potential

D

61

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£4,218

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£2,912

potential per year

This property costs approximately £2,418 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,306 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £1,306 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
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Investment
£17,500
Payback
~6 yrs
Current Costs
£4,218/yr
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Loft Insulation

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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

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£2,000
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £1306/yrPayback: ~3 years+10 EPC points
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached house is located in ORPINGTON, BR6 7PP. The property offers 318m² (3423 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (31/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (61/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The flat roof has poor insulation. Flat roof insulation is more complex but essential for preventing heat loss and condensation issues, typically costing £1,000-£3,000 depending on access and method. 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 £4218, comprising £3799 for heating, £223 for hot water, and £196 for lighting. The property produces 22.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(31 points)

Achievable Rating

D(61 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Oct 2015

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Flat, limited insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Mostly double glazing

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Average

💡 Lighting

27.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 27% of fixed outlets

Average

Property Information

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Full Address

Tanglewood

Rock Hill

BR6 7PP

ORPINGTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

318.0

10.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

22.0 tonnes/year

71 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

276 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in ORPINGTON

ORPINGTON properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (BR6) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£3799 /yr

Save £1114/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£223 /yr

Save £110/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

27.0% low energy

£196 /yr

Save £82/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Chelsfield Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBR6 6EP

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

The Highway Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayBR6 9DJ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Halstead Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayTN14 7EA
?Not yet rated

Shoreham Village School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayTN14 7SN

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Pratts Bottom Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayBR6 7NX

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Blenheim Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayBR6 9BH

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Harris Academy Orpington

Secondary
📍2.1 miles awayBR5 4LG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Olave's and St Saviour's Grammar School

Secondary
📍2.2 miles awayBR6 9SH

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

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

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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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