What type of property is 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU?

2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU is a semi-detached house.

How energy efficient is 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU?

The current EPC rating for 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU is D with a score of 68 out of 100, lodged in May 2025. It has improved from a G recorded in March 2013 (3 bands). The assessor estimates the property could reach a B. Source: EPC Register.

What is the floor area of 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU?

2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU has a recorded floor area of 67 m² (721 sq ft). That makes it about 8% larger than the median EPC-recorded property in RG7 6QU. Source: EPC Register.

How is 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU heated?

The latest EPC at 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU records electricity as the main heating fuel. Source: EPC Register.

What council tax band is 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU?

2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU is in council tax band A. That sits at the lower end of the A-H ladder, typically reflecting smaller floor areas or lower 1991 valuations.

Where is 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU located?

2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU sits in Upper Bucklebury, Reading, Reading. It falls within the RG7 postcode district.

Is 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU in a safe area?

Police records around 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU show an average of 4 reported crimes per month over the last 7 months. Violent crime makes up roughly 50% of reports, the most common category. The overall trend is broadly stable. Source: Police UK.

Which schools serve 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU?

The closest primary school to 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU is Bucklebury C.E. Primary School (230m), one of 6 primaries within walking distance. The closest secondary is Kennet School (2.2km).

What transport links are near 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU?

The closest bus stop to 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, RG7 6QU is Peach's Stores, 32m away. In total there are 30 bus stops within the surrounding area.

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2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, Upper Bucklebury, Reading, RG7 6QU

Property type

Semi-detached

Habitable rooms

From EPC

Floor area

67 m²

721 sq ft

Energy rating

Score 68

Council tax

Band A

Tenure

Private Rental

Overview

About 2 Peachs Flats

A plain-English summary derived from public records, EPC certificates, sold prices and local data.

2 Peachs Flats is a semi-detached house in Upper Bucklebury, Reading, Reading (RG7 6QU). It has a recorded floor area of 67 m² (around 721 sq ft), construction records dating it to 1950-1966 and council tax band A. The latest certificate (May 2025) shows a D (score 68), on the cusp of jumping into the C band. When first surveyed in March 2013 the rating was G, the property has climbed 3 bands since. Between certificates, roof efficiency went from Very Poor to Very Good, hot-water efficiency went from Very Poor to Poor and lighting went from Average to Very Good; while wall efficiency dropped from Good to Average. The recommended improvements would lift it to B (score 87), a 2-band jump. Main heating runs on electricity.

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Energy

Energy performance

Every EPC certificate filed against this property — current rating, recorded improvements, and where there's headroom to reach a higher band.

Recommended upgrades on file would lift this property by multiple EPC bands.

Current Certificate(1 of 5)

May 2025

EPC Rating

D68

Main Heating

Heat Pump

Main Fuel

Electric

Hot Water

Poor

Windows

Average

CO2 Emissions

2.3 t/year

Occupancy

Rented

Property Improvements

Changes detected from historical EPC data

Mar 2015from Mar 2013

EPC improved fromG16toF24

Heating Controls

ThermostatProg + Stat

Heating controls upgraded for better temperature management

Windows

AverageGood

Window efficiency improved

Roof Insulation

UninsulatedInsulated

Roof insulation improved

Jul 2020from Mar 2015

EPC improved fromF24toD58

Wall Insulation

UninsulatedInsulated Cavity

Cavity wall insulation installed

Low Energy Lighting

33%80%

More low energy lighting installed

Nov 2024from Jul 2020

EPC improved fromD58toF33

Roof

AverageGood

Roof insulation improved

Low Energy Lighting

80%100%

More low energy lighting installed

May 2025from Nov 2024

EPC improved fromF33toD68

Heating System

Room HeatersHeat Pump

Heat pump installed, significantly improving energy efficiency

Heating Controls

Prog + StatThermostat

Heating controls changed

Hot Water

ImmersionMain System

Hot water system upgraded

Wall Insulation

UninsulatedInsulated Cavity

Cavity wall insulation installed

Roof Insulation

InsulatedWell Insulated

Loft insulation upgraded to recommended levels

Floor Insulation

UninsulatedInsulated

Floor insulation added or improved

Get a survey for this property

Level 3 Building Survey

Mid 20th centurySemi-Detached BungalowEPC DNo mains gas

Because the property has no mains gas supply, we believe a Level 3 building survey should be considered.

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Planning

Planning history

Applications and permits filed against 2 Peachs Flats, Long Grove, Upper Bucklebury, Reading, RG7 6QU, sourced from the PlanIt planning register.

2 Peachs Flats has no planning applications on record.

But the area is active

9 notable applications nearby — larger schemes and conversions that could reshape the street. The report maps them all.

Price

Sales history & valuation

Recorded transactions, our model's current estimate, and a quick read on what neighbouring properties have sold for.

2 Peachs Flats has no Land Registry sales on file, suggesting it has stayed in the same hands since registration began.

Current estimate

£312,000

Modelled from EPC, postcode comparables.

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No sales recorded with HM Land Registry

That can mean the property has never traded since the registry began publishing in 1995, was a new build that hasn't been registered yet, or is held in the same hands long-term.

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Comparables

Similar properties nearby

Steady year-on-year across the wider district.

Nearest stop

0.0 km

Peach's Stores — bus stop.

Closest school

0.2 km

Bucklebury C.E. Primary School. 7 schools nearby.

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A Local Area report breaks down crime, transport links, schools and air quality in depth.

Noise

Road noise across the postcode

Modelled day and night-time noise levels around RG7 6QU from Defra's strategic mapping. The pin marks this postcode's centroid.

Daytime· 07:00 – 23:00

44.6dB

Low

Night-time road noise heatmap for RG7 6QU

Night-time· 23:00 – 07:00

36.4dB

Low

55 dB

60 dB

65 dB

70 dB

75 dB

80 dB

Defra Road Noise Strategic Mapping, Round 4

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Common questions

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