Energy Performance Certificate
242a, Wickham Road
CR0 8BJ
CROYDON
Current
B
81
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in CROYDON, CR0 8BJ. The property offers 60m² (646 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £306, comprising £178 for heating, £78 for hot water, and £50 for lighting. The property produces 1.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2019 for £280,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 242a, Wickham Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this CROYDON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £306 are approximately £1494 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 60m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.1 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 CR0 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CROYDON
vs CR0
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £248/year less than the CROYDON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 4 Sept 2018
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Property Information
Full Address
242a, Wickham Road
CR0 8BJ
CROYDON
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
60.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
81 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
1.1 tonnes/year
18 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
101 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Sept 2018
new dwelling
About CROYDON
CROYDON is situated in Croydon, London. Properties in CROYDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £376 below the CROYDON average, offering good value. The CR0 postcode district contains over 60600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£280,000
19 July 2019
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
£360,000
13 April 2018
Type: O
vs previous sale
£485,000
14 November 2017
Type: O
Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£178.0/yr
Hot Water
£78.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£50.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St John's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Harris Primary Academy Benson
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Shirley High School Performing Arts College
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Coloma Convent Girls' School
SecondaryOrchard Way Primary School
PrimaryOrchard Park High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Forest Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Oasis Academy Shirley Park
All-throughLast inspected: May 2019
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: 449 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 2026violent crime
76 incidents (35%)
Anti-social behaviour
37 incidents (17%)
Shoplifting
35 incidents (16%)
Vehicle crime
18 incidents (8%)
Theft
16 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.