Energy Performance Certificate
1B Vale Road
E7 8BJ
Forest Gate
Current
C
72
Potential
C
72
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in Forest Gate, E7 8BJ. The property offers 177m² (1905 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1384, comprising £1002 for heating, £279 for hot water, and £103 for lighting. The property produces 4.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 1B Vale Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this Forest Gate property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1384 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 177m², 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 E7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Forest Gate
vs E7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1173/year more than the Forest Gate average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 7 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
1B Vale Road
E7 8BJ
Forest Gate
Property Type
Flat
Not Recorded
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
177.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 72
CO₂ Emissions
4.8 tonnes/year
27 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
148 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
7 Oct 2025
rental
About Forest Gate
Forest Gate is situated in East London, London. Properties in Forest Gate have an average EPC rating of B (score 83/100). There is potential to improve this property's energy efficiency to match local standards. Heating costs are £791 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The E7 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£1002.0/yr
Hot Water
£279.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£103.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
mains gas (community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Angela's Ursuline School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Sandringham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Forest Gate Community School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
St Antony's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Stratford School Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Woodgrange Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Elmhurst Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Earlham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
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: 483 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
316 incidents (26%)
violent crime
293 incidents (24%)
Vehicle crime
110 incidents (9%)
Theft
93 incidents (8%)
Pickpocketing
79 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.
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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.