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Energy Performance Certificate

12, Robinia Close

SE20 8BF

LONDON

Current

C

74

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in LONDON, SE20 8BF. The property offers 94m² (1012 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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, 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 £626, comprising £418 for heating, £133 for hot water, and £75 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 12, Robinia Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £626 are approximately £1174 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 94m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SE20 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs LONDON

This property74
Average64
+16% better
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vs SE20

This property74
Average61
+21% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £82/year more 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(74 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 1 Apr 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

12, Robinia Close

SE20 8BF

LONDON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

94.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

2.5 tonnes/year

27 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

152 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 Apr 2015

rental (social)

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in South East London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The SE20 postcode district contains over 10700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£418.0/yr

Save £50/yr

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Hot Water

£133.0/yr

Save £60/yr

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Lighting

79.0% low energy

£75.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 79% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

James Dixon Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awaySE20 8BW

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Harris City Academy Crystal Palace

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awaySE19 2JH

Last inspected: Oct 2014

Outstanding

St Anthony's Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySE20 8ES

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySE20 8RH

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

St John's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySE20 8HU

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Cypress Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySE25 4AU

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Stewart Fleming Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySE20 7YB

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Outstanding

All Saints CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySE19 3LG

Last inspected: Jan 2019

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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.

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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