Energy Performance Certificate
35, Penshurst Road
CR7 7EE
THORNTON HEATH
Current
C
70
Potential
C
71
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in THORNTON HEATH, CR7 7EE. The property offers 77.2m² (831 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. 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 £652, comprising £488 for heating, £96 for hot water, and £68 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 35, Penshurst Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this THORNTON HEATH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £652 are approximately £1148 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.1 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 CR7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs THORNTON HEATH
vs CR7
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: £18/year less than the THORNTON HEATH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 9 Aug 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
35, Penshurst Road
CR7 7EE
THORNTON HEATH
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
77.2 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 71
CO₂ Emissions
3.1 tonnes/year
40 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
241 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
9 Aug 2010
marketed sale
About THORNTON HEATH
THORNTON HEATH is situated in Croydon, London. Properties in THORNTON HEATH have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). The CR7 postcode district contains over 13400 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£488.0/yr
Hot Water
£96.0/yr
Lighting
33.0% low energy
£68.0/yr
Save £27/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, 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 33% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ecclesbourne Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Paxton Academy Sports And Science
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Winterbourne Boys' Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Winterbourne Junior Girls' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Winterbourne Nursery and Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Elmwood Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Elmwood Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Whitehorse Manor Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
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 2026violent crime
280 incidents (33%)
Anti-social behaviour
172 incidents (20%)
Vehicle crime
90 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
53 incidents (6%)
Theft
45 incidents (5%)
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.