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136, Gordon Crescent

CR0 6NX

CROYDON

Current

D

55

Potential

D

61

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in CROYDON, CR0 6NX. The property offers 46.9m² (505 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £594, comprising £422 for heating, £144 for hot water, and £28 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 136, Gordon Crescent Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this CROYDON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £594 are approximately £1206 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 46.9m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.8 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 CR0 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs CROYDON

This property55
Average63
-13% below
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vs CR0

This property55
Average62
-11% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £40/year more than the CROYDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(55 points)

Potential Rating

D(61 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Nov 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

136, Gordon Crescent

CR0 6NX

CROYDON

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

46.9

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 61

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CO₂ Emissions

3.8 tonnes/year

81 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

540 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Nov 2010

rental (social)

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About CROYDON

CROYDON is situated in Croydon, London. Properties in CROYDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The CR0 postcode district contains over 60600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£422.0/yr

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Hot Water

£144.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£28.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

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

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Ark Blake Academy

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayCR0 6NA

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

John Wood School & Nursery

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCR0 6JA

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Robert Fitzroy Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCR0 6JN

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Woodside Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCR0 6NF

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Ark Oval Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCR0 6BA

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Broadmead Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCR0 2EA

Last inspected: Sept 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

St. Mary's Catholic Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCR0 2EW

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

St Mary's Catholic Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCR0 2AQ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

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

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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 Crime883 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

256 incidents (29%)

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Anti-social behaviour

188 incidents (21%)

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Shoplifting

85 incidents (10%)

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Vehicle crime

66 incidents (7%)

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Drugs

53 incidents (6%)

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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