Energy Performance Certificate
25, Forest Street
E7 0HP
LONDON
Current
C
70
Potential
C
71
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in LONDON, E7 0HP. The property offers 60.45m² (651 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £576, comprising £449 for heating, £83 for hot water, and £44 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 25, Forest Street Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £576 are approximately £1224 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 60.45m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the E7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LONDON
vs E7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £32/year more than the LONDON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 31 Aug 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
25, Forest Street
E7 0HP
LONDON
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
60.45 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 71
CO₂ Emissions
2.7 tonnes/year
45 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
267 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
31 Aug 2010
marketed sale
About LONDON
LONDON is situated in East London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The E7 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LONDON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£449.0/yr
Hot Water
£83.0/yr
Lighting
66.0% low energy
£44.0/yr
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Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
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 66% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Forest Gate Community School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Odessa Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
St James' CofE Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Earlham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Woodgrange Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Godwin Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Maryland Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Buxton School
All-throughLast inspected: Jun 2023
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: 477 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 2026Anti-social behaviour
303 incidents (28%)
violent crime
249 incidents (23%)
Vehicle crime
99 incidents (9%)
Theft
67 incidents (6%)
Shoplifting
59 incidents (6%)
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.