Energy Performance Certificate
The Gardens, Kencot
GL7 3QU
LECHLADE
Current
D
56
Potential
D
62
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LECHLADE, GL7 3QU. The property offers 109.08m² (1174 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £1400, comprising £1129 for heating, £154 for hot water, and £117 for lighting. The property produces 7.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does The Gardens Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this LECHLADE property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1400 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 109.08m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 7.1 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 GL7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LECHLADE
vs GL7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £363/year more than the LECHLADE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 28 Sept 2011
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Property Information
Full Address
The Gardens
Kencot
GL7 3QU
LECHLADE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
109.08 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
56 / 100
Potential: 62
CO₂ Emissions
7.1 tonnes/year
52 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
235 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
28 Sept 2011
marketed sale
About LECHLADE
LECHLADE is situated in Gloucestershire, South West. Properties in LECHLADE have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). The GL7 postcode district contains over 17200 registered properties. Like many LECHLADE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£1129.0/yr
Save £130/yr
Hot Water
£154.0/yr
Lighting
10.0% low energy
£117.0/yr
Save £55/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Sandstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Mostly secondary glazing
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 10% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Peter's Church of England School, Alvescot
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
St Christopher's Church of England School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Edith Moorhouse Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Carterton
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Gateway Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Carterton Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Clanfield CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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. 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.