Energy Performance Certificate
36 Palmerston Road
SW19 1PQ
LONDON
Current
D
60
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in LONDON, SW19 1PQ. The property offers 67m² (721 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (60/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £721, comprising £574 for heating, £72 for hot water, and £75 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2022 for £710,000.
How Does 36 Palmerston Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 60/100, this LONDON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £721 are approximately £1079 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.3 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 SW19 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LONDON
vs SW19
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 60/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £177/year more than the LONDON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 21 Sept 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
36 Palmerston Road
SW19 1PQ
LONDON
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
67.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
60 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
3.3 tonnes/year
49 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
277 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Sept 2021
marketed sale
About LONDON
LONDON is situated in South West London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The SW19 postcode district contains over 31800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£710,000
11 March 2022
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£574.0/yr
Save £212/yr
Hot Water
£72.0/yr
Save £24/yr
Lighting
70.0% low energy
£75.0/yr
Save £17/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 (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 70% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Pelham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2013
Dundonald Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Merton Abbey Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
The Priory CofE School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Harris Academy Wimbledon
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Merton Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2015
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: 489 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
88 incidents (25%)
Anti-social behaviour
74 incidents (21%)
violent crime
65 incidents (19%)
Vehicle crime
22 incidents (6%)
Theft
21 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.
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.