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Energy Performance Certificate

2, Rusholme Grove

SE19 1HY

LONDON

Current

F

34

Potential

E

47

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

ยฃ1,115

estimated per year

UK Average

ยฃ1,800

per year

After Improvements

ยฃ866

potential per year

๐Ÿ’ฐ Government Grants Available for This Property

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ยฃ7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a E rating โ€” saving up to ยฃ249 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This semi-detached flat is located in LONDON, SE19 1HY. The property offers 52.5mยฒ (565 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. Currently rated F (34/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (47/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are ยฃ1115, comprising ยฃ782 for heating, ยฃ285 for hot water, and ยฃ48 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
Potential
F21-38
Current
G1-20

Current Rating

F(34 points)

Achievable Rating

E(47 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 6 Feb 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.

๐Ÿงฑ Walls

Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)

Average

๐Ÿ—๏ธ Roof

(another dwelling above)

๐ŸชŸ Windows

Fully double glazed

Good

๐Ÿ“ฆ Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heating

Electric storage heaters

Very Poor

๐Ÿšฟ Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

๐Ÿ’ก Lighting

50.0% low energy โ€” Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets

Good

Property Information

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Full Address

2, Rusholme Grove

SE19 1HY

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

52.5 mยฒ

2.0 total rooms

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

4.5 tonnes/year

86 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

487 kWh/mยฒ/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 (SE19) 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 โ€” Current vs Potential

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heating

Electric storage heaters

ยฃ782 /yr

Save ยฃ166/yr with improvements

๐Ÿšฟ Hot Water

ยฃ285 /yr

Save ยฃ67/yr with improvements

๐Ÿ’ก Lighting

50.0% low energy

ยฃ48 /yr

Save ยฃ16/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Paxton Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขSE19 1PA

Last inspected: Jun 2022

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Kingswood Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขSE27 9RD

Last inspected: Mar 2019

โœ“Good

Dulwich Wood Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขSE21 8NS

Last inspected: Jul 2022

โœ“Good

Kingsdale Foundation School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขSE21 8SQ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โญOutstanding

Rockmount Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขSE19 3ST

Last inspected: May 2015

โญOutstanding

Elm Wood School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขSE27 9RR

Last inspected: Oct 2019

โœ“Good

St Luke's Church of England Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขSE27 0DZ

Last inspected: May 2023

โœ“Good

The Norwood School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขSE19 3NY

Last inspected: Feb 2023

โœ“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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

โšก 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 Crime414 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

117 incidents (28%)

๐Ÿ”Š

Anti-social behaviour

101 incidents (24%)

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Vehicle crime

47 incidents (11%)

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Burglary

28 incidents (7%)

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Pickpocketing

28 incidents (7%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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.

Public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.