Energy Performance Certificate
353, Croydon Road
CR3 6PL
CATERHAM
Current
E
52
Potential
C
71
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,404
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£881
potential per year
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in CATERHAM, CR3 6PL. The property offers 145.8m² (1569 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property has an EPC rating of E (52/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (71/100). The gas central heating system has average efficiency, indicating a boiler that may be 10-15 years old. While functional, upgrading to a modern A-rated condensing boiler could improve efficiency by 15-25%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1404, comprising £933 for heating, £340 for hot water, and £131 for lighting. The property produces 7.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2021 for £550,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 13 Apr 2011
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Mostly double glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
13.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 13% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
353, Croydon Road
CR3 6PL
CATERHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
145.8 m²
6.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
7.3 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
342 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in CATERHAM
CATERHAM has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£933 /yr
Save £264/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£340 /yr
Save £198/yr
💡 Lighting
13.0% low energy
£131 /yr
Save £61/yr
💷 Sales History
Improving from E to C typically adds 3–5% per band to property value.
£550,000
D
Jul 2021
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
de Stafford School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
St Francis Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Audley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Hillcroft Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Whyteleafe Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
St John's CofE Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Woodlea Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
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) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
41 incidents (32%)
Anti-social behaviour
21 incidents (16%)
Theft
15 incidents (12%)
Public order
12 incidents (9%)
Shoplifting
11 incidents (9%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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