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3 Cambria House, Hillcrest Estate

SE26 6XX

Current

C

78

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in the SE26 6XX postcode area. The property offers 59m² (635 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 (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £509, comprising £309 for heating, £134 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 1.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 3 Cambria House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this SE26 property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £509 are approximately £1291 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 59m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.3 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 SE26 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs SE26

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs SE26

This property78
Average62
+26% better

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: £341/year less than the SE26 average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 10 May 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

3 Cambria House

Hillcrest Estate

SE26 6XX

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

59.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

1.3 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

129 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 May 2024

rental

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About This Area

Heating costs are £541 below the average, offering good value. The SE26 postcode district contains over 13800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£309.0/yr

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Hot Water

£134.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£66.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Dulwich Wood Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySE21 8NS

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Kelvin Grove Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySE26 6BB

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Paxton Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySE19 1PA

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Kingsdale Foundation School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awaySE21 8SQ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

Sydenham School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awaySE26 4RD

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Eliot Bank Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySE26 4BU

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Kingswood Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySE27 9RD

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

St Bartholomews's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySE26 4LJ

Last inspected: Jul 2023

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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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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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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