Heating Oil Usage Calculator
Estimate your annual heating oil consumption based on your property's characteristics. Get accurate predictions to help you budget and plan your heating oil purchases.
How We Calculate Your Usage
Base Consumption
We start with the average UK home heating oil consumption of approximately 1,500-2,000 litres per year, based on data from the Energy Saving Trust. This is then adjusted based on your specific property factors.
Property Size Impact
Larger homes require more energy to heat. We use floor area as a key factor, with typical UK homes averaging 76-97m² (818-1,044 sq ft). Each additional bedroom typically adds 10-15% to consumption.
EPC Rating Effect
Your Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating significantly affects consumption. An A-rated home can use 50% less energy than a G-rated property. Check your EPC at the GOV.UK register if unsure.
Construction & Age
Older properties (pre-1920) typically have solid walls with no cavity, making them harder to insulate. Modern homes built after 2000 benefit from improved building regulations and typically use 20-30% less energy.
Our Calculation Sources
- Energy Saving Trust - UK household energy consumption statistics and typical usage figures for different property types.
- Department for Energy Security & Net Zero - UK housing stock data, EPC statistics, and energy efficiency benchmarks.
- OFTEC (Oil Firing Technical Association) - Oil boiler efficiency ratings and heating oil consumption guidelines.
- English Housing Survey - Average UK home sizes, construction types, and insulation levels by property age.
Don't Know Your Floor Area?
If you're unsure of your property's floor area, you can find it on:
Your EPC certificate also shows your property's total floor area in square metres.
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