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Energy Performance Certificate

146, Shrewsbury Road

E7 8QB

LONDON

Current

C

74

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in LONDON, E7 8QB. The property offers 47m² (506 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 £443, comprising £316 for heating, £80 for hot water, and £47 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 146, Shrewsbury Road 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 £443 are approximately £1357 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 47m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 E7 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 E7

This property74
Average58
+28% 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: £101/year less than the LONDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 18 Nov 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

146, Shrewsbury Road

E7 8QB

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

47.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

42 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

255 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Nov 2009

none of the above

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in East London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £228 below the LONDON average, offering good value. The E7 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LONDON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£316.0/yr

Save £53/yr

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Hot Water

£80.0/yr

Save £5/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£47.0/yr

Save £24/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 50 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Partial double glazing

Poor
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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

Monega Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayE12 6TT

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Outstanding

William Davies Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayE7 8NL

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Sandringham Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayE7 8ED

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Outstanding

Shaftesbury Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayE7 8PF

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Outstanding

Salisbury Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayE12 6TH

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

St Stephen's Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayE6 1AS

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Outstanding

Plashet School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayE6 1DG

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Avenue Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayE12 6AR

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

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 Crime1212 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

321 incidents (26%)

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Anti-social behaviour

234 incidents (19%)

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Vehicle crime

116 incidents (10%)

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Pickpocketing

107 incidents (9%)

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Theft

95 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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