Energy Performance Certificate
Wheatfields, Marden Park
CR3 7JD
CATERHAM
Current
D
56
Potential
D
58
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CATERHAM, CR3 7JD. The property offers 148.02m² (1593 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas boiler has a poor efficiency rating, suggesting it may be over 15 years old. Older non-condensing boilers typically achieve only 60-70% efficiency compared to modern condensing boilers at 90%+. Replacing an old boiler could reduce gas bills by 20-30% and costs around £2,500-£4,500 installed. 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 £1725, comprising £1053 for heating, £459 for hot water, and £213 for lighting. The property produces 5.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Wheatfields Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this CATERHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1725 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 148.02m², 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 CR3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CATERHAM
vs CR3
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: £914/year more than the CATERHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 6 Oct 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
Wheatfields
Marden Park
Woldingham
CR3 7JD
CATERHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
148.02 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
56 / 100
Potential: 58
CO₂ Emissions
5.3 tonnes/year
24 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
119 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
6 Oct 2009
marketed sale
About CATERHAM
CATERHAM is situated in Croydon, London. Properties in CATERHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £242 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CR3 postcode district contains over 10400 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, bottled gas
£1053.0/yr
Hot Water
£459.0/yr
Lighting
22.0% low energy
£213.0/yr
Save £93/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, bottled gas
Main Fuel
bottled LPG
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 22% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St John's CofE Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Woodlea Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
de Stafford School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Hillcroft Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Francis Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Audley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Whyteleafe Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
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: 11 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.