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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

2, Windy Ridge Close

SW19 5HB

LONDON

Current

F

36

Potential

C

74

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,595

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,251

potential per year

This property costs approximately £795 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,344 annually.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £1,344 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
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Payback
~9 yrs
Current Costs
£2,595/yr
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
2
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £1344/yrPayback: ~3 years+10 EPC points
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£11,000
Cost
3
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached house is located in LONDON, SW19 5HB. The property offers 191m² (2056 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (36/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £2595, comprising £2136 for heating, £295 for hot water, and £164 for lighting. The property produces 12.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2018 for £2,575,000.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(36 points)

Achievable Rating

C(74 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 8 Mar 2018

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

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average

🪟 Windows

Some double glazing

Very Poor

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

25.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 25% of fixed outlets

Average

Property Information

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Full Address

2, Windy Ridge Close

SW19 5HB

LONDON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

191.0

8.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

12.0 tonnes/year

64 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

363 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 (SW19) 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 — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£2136 /yr

Save £1103/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£295 /yr

Save £173/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

25.0% low energy

£164 /yr

Save £68/yr with improvements

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.

£2,575,000

D

Jul 2018

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySW19 7EP

Last inspected: Apr 2013

Outstanding

Ricards Lodge High School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awaySW19 7HB

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Outstanding

Wimbledon College

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awaySW19 4NS

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Ursuline High School Wimbledon

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awaySW20 8HA

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Dundonald Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awaySW19 3QH

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Albemarle Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awaySW19 6JP

Last inspected: Mar 2009

Outstanding

Hollymount School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awaySW20 0SQ

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Wimbledon Chase Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awaySW19 3QB

Last inspected: May 2012

Outstanding

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
⬇️

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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