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Energy Performance Certificate

16b Brecknock Road

N7 0DD

LONDON

Current

C

76

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in LONDON, N7 0DD. The property offers 35m² (377 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), 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 £538, comprising £362 for heating, £122 for hot water, and £54 for lighting. The property produces 1.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 16b Brecknock Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £538 are approximately £1262 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 35m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.1 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 N7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs LONDON

This property76
Average64
+19% better
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vs N7

This property76
Average65
+17% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £6/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(76 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 8 Feb 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

16b Brecknock Road

N7 0DD

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

35.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

1.1 tonnes/year

31 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

178 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Feb 2024

rental

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in North 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. The N7 postcode district contains over 22100 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

£362.0/yr

Save £66/yr

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Hot Water

£122.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£54.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, 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

(another dwelling below)

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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Torriano Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayNW5 2SJ

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Outstanding

Hungerford School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayN7 9LF

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Brecknock Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayNW1 9AL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Beacon High

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayN7 0JG

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

The Camden School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayNW5 2DB

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Tufnell Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayN7 0HJ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Kentish Town Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNW5 2TU

Last inspected: Dec 2017

Outstanding

Robert Blair School and Children's Centre

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayN7 9QJ

Last inspected: May 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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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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