Energy Performance Certificate
23 Lower Downs Road
SW20 8QQ
LONDON
Current
B
91
Potential
B
91
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in LONDON, SW20 8QQ. The property offers 170m² (1830 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (91/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1161, comprising £793 for heating, £208 for hot water, and £160 for lighting. The property produces 0.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2023 for £950,000.
How Does 23 Lower Downs Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 91/100, this LONDON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1161 are approximately £639 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 170m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 0.8 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SW20 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LONDON
vs SW20
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 91/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £617/year more than the LONDON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 9 Jun 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
23 Lower Downs Road
SW20 8QQ
LONDON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
170.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
91 / 100
Potential: 91
CO₂ Emissions
0.8 tonnes/year
5 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
29 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
9 Jun 2024
not sale or rental
About LONDON
LONDON is situated in South West London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £249 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SW20 postcode district contains over 10900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£950,000
19 May 2023
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric, Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
£793.0/yr
Hot Water
£208.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£160.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity and external insulation
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric, Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Wimbledon Chase Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2012
Ursuline High School Wimbledon
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Joseph Hood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Dundonald Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Rutlish School
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Wimbledon College
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Hollymount School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Merton Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2015
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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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.