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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

147, Waterside Close

IG11 9EN

BARKING

Current

F

34

Potential

D

60

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£901

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£525

potential per year

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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🏠 ECO4 Scheme

Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £376 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Journey to A
FA
32,500
Property Value Boost
Investment
£14,000
Payback
~16 yrs
Current Costs
£901/yr
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

Save £354/yrPayback: ~10 years+5 EPC points
£3,500
Cost
2
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £376/yrPayback: ~9 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
3
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
Cost

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached flat is located in BARKING, IG11 9EN. The property offers 47.8m² (515 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. Currently rated F (34/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (60/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £901, comprising £733 for heating, £118 for hot water, and £50 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(34 points)

Achievable Rating

D(60 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 20 Apr 2010

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good

🏗️ Roof

(another dwelling above)

🪟 Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

20.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 20% of fixed outlets

Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

147, Waterside Close

IG11 9EN

BARKING

🏠

Property Type

Flat

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

47.8

2.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

3.3 tonnes/year

70 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

464 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in BARKING

BARKING properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (IG11) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£733 /yr

Save £354/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£118 /yr

💡 Lighting

20.0% low energy

£50 /yr

Save £22/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Dorothy Barley Junior Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayRM8 2NB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Dorothy Barley Infants' School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayRM8 2LL

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Mayespark Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayIG3 9PX

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Manor Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayRM8 2FL

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Barking Abbey School, A Specialist Sports and Humanities College

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayIG11 9AG

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Manor Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayIG11 9AG

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Becontree Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayRM8 2QR

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

The St Teresa Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayRM8 2XJ
?Not yet rated

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
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
⬆️

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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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