Energy Performance Certificate
197a Southgate Road
N1 3LE
LONDON
Current
F
37
Potential
C
69
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,496
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£721
potential per year
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£7,500
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External Wall Insulation
Your walls are rated Very Poor. External insulation can dramatically cut heat loss.
Double Glazing
Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This terraced maisonette is located in LONDON, N1 3LE. The property offers 88m² (947 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (37/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £1496, comprising £1224 for heating, £179 for hot water, and £93 for lighting. The property produces 5.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 22 Nov 2012
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
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Some secondary glazing
📦 Floor
(other premises below)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
14.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 14% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
197a Southgate Road
N1 3LE
LONDON
Property Type
Maisonette
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
88.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
5.0 tonnes/year
57 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
251 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in LONDON
LONDON properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (N1) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
£1224 /yr
Save £735/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£179 /yr
💡 Lighting
14.0% low energy
£93 /yr
Save £42/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
De Beauvoir Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
St Jude and St Paul's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Hackney New Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Newington Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Rotherfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Waterside Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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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