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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

22a Crown Lane

SM4 5BL

MORDEN

Current

G

8

Potential

C

73

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,300

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£565

potential per year

This property costs approximately £500 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,735 annually.

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This G-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £1,735 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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39,000
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Payback
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Current Costs
£2,300/yr
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

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£3,500
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

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Air Source Heat Pump

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

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External Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. External insulation can dramatically cut heat loss.

Save £400/yrPayback: ~30 years+8 EPC points
£12,000
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated 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 G Rating?

This terraced flat is located in MORDEN, SM4 5BL. The property offers 49m² (527 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated G (8/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). 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. The flat roof has poor insulation. Flat roof insulation is more complex but essential for preventing heat loss and condensation issues, typically costing £1,000-£3,000 depending on access and method. 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 £2300, comprising £1662 for heating, £594 for hot water, and £44 for lighting. The property produces 6.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of G, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(8 points)

Achievable Rating

C(73 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 1 Oct 2021

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)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Flat, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Partial double glazing

Poor

📦 Floor

(other premises below)

🔥 Heating

No system present: electric heaters assumed

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

22a Crown Lane

SM4 5BL

MORDEN

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

49.0

3.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

6.2 tonnes/year

127 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

749 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in MORDEN

MORDEN properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (SM4) 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

No system present: electric heaters assumed

£1662 /yr

Save £1311/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£594 /yr

Save £429/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy

£44 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Poplar Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySW19 3JZ

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Park Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySW19 3EF

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Abbotsbury Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySM4 5JS

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Merton Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySW19 3HQ

Last inspected: Jul 2015

Outstanding

Hillcross Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySM4 4EE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Rutlish School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awaySW20 9AD

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Outstanding

Morden Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySM4 5PX

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Haslemere Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCR4 3PQ

Last inspected: Mar 2020

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: 395 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:395 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:158 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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