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Energy Performance Certificate

17, Garth Road

SM4 4JX

MORDEN

Current

D

64

Potential

D

68

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in MORDEN, SM4 4JX. The property offers 134.19m² (1444 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (64/100), this property is around the UK average 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 £1060, comprising £846 for heating, £92 for hot water, and £122 for lighting. The property produces 5.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 17, Garth Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this MORDEN property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1060 are approximately £740 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 134.19m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SM4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property64
Average60
+7% better
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vs MORDEN

This property64
Average60
+7% better
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vs SM4

This property64
Average59
+8% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 64/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £444/year more than the MORDEN 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(64 points)

Potential Rating

D(68 points)

Based on assessment dated 1 Sept 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

17, Garth Road

SM4 4JX

MORDEN

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

134.19

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

64 / 100

Potential: 68

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CO₂ Emissions

5.3 tonnes/year

39 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

205 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 Sept 2011

marketed sale

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About MORDEN

MORDEN is situated in Surrey, South East. Properties in MORDEN have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £230 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SM4 postcode district contains over 10700 registered properties. Like many MORDEN properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£846.0/yr

Save £31/yr

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Hot Water

£92.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£122.0/yr

Save £61/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Brookfield Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySM3 9LY

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySM3 9DL

Last inspected: Oct 2011

Outstanding

Dorchester Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayKT4 8PG

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Cheam Park Farm Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySM3 9UU

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Outstanding

Aragon Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySM4 4QU

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Hatfeild Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySM4 4SJ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Green Lane Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayKT4 8AS

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Glenthorne High School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awaySM3 9PS

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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 Crime250 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

67 incidents (27%)

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violent crime

59 incidents (24%)

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Vehicle crime

25 incidents (10%)

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Criminal damage

19 incidents (8%)

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Burglary

17 incidents (7%)

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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