Energy Performance Certificate
2b, The Downs
SW20 8HN
LONDON
Current
C
78
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in LONDON, SW20 8HN. The property offers 203m² (2185 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £806, comprising £438 for heating, £162 for hot water, and £206 for lighting. The property produces 4.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 2b, The Downs Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £806 are approximately £994 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 203m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.2 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 SW20 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LONDON
vs SW20
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £262/year more than the LONDON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 10 Feb 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
2b, The Downs
SW20 8HN
LONDON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
203.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
4.2 tonnes/year
21 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
126 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 Feb 2009
rental (private)
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. The SW20 postcode district contains over 10900 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£438.0/yr
Hot Water
£162.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£206.0/yr
Save £103/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Wimbledon College
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Ursuline High School Wimbledon
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Hollymount School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Wimbledon Chase Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2012
Dundonald Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2013
Joseph Hood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Shoplifting
63 incidents (23%)
violent crime
56 incidents (21%)
Anti-social behaviour
51 incidents (19%)
Public order
21 incidents (8%)
Vehicle crime
20 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.