Energy Performance Certificate
Washneys, Washneys Road
BR6 7NZ
ORPINGTON
Current
B
86
Potential
A
96
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ORPINGTON, BR6 7NZ. The property offers 247m² (2659 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of B (86/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (96/100). 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1184, comprising £922 for heating, £158 for hot water, and £104 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Washneys Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 86/100, this ORPINGTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1184 are approximately £616 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 247m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 2.2 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
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 86/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £392/year more than the ORPINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 17 Jul 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
Washneys
Washneys Road
BR6 7NZ
ORPINGTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
247.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
86 / 100
Potential: 96
CO₂ Emissions
2.2 tonnes/year
9 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
52 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Jul 2015
none of the above
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. The BR6 postcode district contains over 13600 registered properties. Like many ORPINGTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£922.0/yr
Hot Water
£158.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£104.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Flat, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (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
Pratts Bottom Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
St Katharine's Knockholt Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Halstead Community Primary School
PrimaryGreen Street Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Downe Primary School
PrimaryCudham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
The Highway Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Chelsfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 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: 8 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 2026Anti-social behaviour
1 incidents (100%)
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.