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Energy Performance Certificate

12, Dover Close

NW2 1AQ

LONDON

Current

C

80

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in LONDON, NW2 1AQ. The property offers 40.6m² (437 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £356, comprising £235 for heating, £78 for hot water, and £43 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2015 for £275,000.

How Does 12, Dover Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £356 are approximately £1444 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 40.6m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.4 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 NW2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property80
Average60
+33% better
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vs LONDON

This property80
Average64
+25% better
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vs NW2

This property80
Average61
+31% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £188/year less than the LONDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(80 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 3 Jun 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

12, Dover Close

NW2 1AQ

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

40.6

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

80 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

1.4 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

208 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

3 Jun 2010

rental (private)

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in North West London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £309 below the LONDON average, offering good value. The NW2 postcode district contains over 27100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£275,000

7 October 2015

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£235.0/yr

Save £11/yr

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Hot Water

£78.0/yr

Save £10/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£43.0/yr

Save £22/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Claremont Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayNW2 1AB

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Our Lady of Grace RC Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayNW2 6EU
?Not yet rated

St Agnes' Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNW2 1RG

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Outstanding

Childs Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNW2 1SL
?Not yet rated

Mora Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNW2 6TD

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Wessex Gardens Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayNW11 9RR

Last inspected: Feb 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Whitefield School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayNW2 1TR

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Rimon Jewish Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayNW11 8AE

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Higher Crime707 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

180 incidents (25%)

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Anti-social behaviour

178 incidents (25%)

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Shoplifting

75 incidents (11%)

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Vehicle crime

65 incidents (9%)

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Theft

55 incidents (8%)

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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