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Energy Performance Certificate

4, Castle Close

W3 8AD

LONDON

Current

C

78

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in LONDON, W3 8AD. The property offers 68.19m² (734 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £457, comprising £305 for heating, £87 for hot water, and £65 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 4, Castle Close 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 £457 are approximately £1343 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 W3 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 LONDON

This property78
Average64
+22% better
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vs W3

This property78
Average66
+18% 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: £87/year less than the LONDON 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(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 28 Jun 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

4, Castle Close

W3 8AD

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

68.19

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

29 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

175 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

28 Jun 2010

marketed sale

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in 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. Heating costs are £239 below the LONDON average, offering good value. The W3 postcode district contains over 26900 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

£305/yr

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Hot Water

£87/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£65/yr

Save £26/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Flat, insulated (assumed)

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Acton Gardens Primary School

Primary
📍0 miles awayW3 8SJ

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Ark Priory Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayW3 8NR

Last inspected: Jun 2015

Outstanding

Ark Soane Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayW3 8EA
?Not yet rated

Ark Acton Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayW3 8EY

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Twyford Church of England High School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayW3 9PP

Last inspected: May 2012

Outstanding

Derwentwater Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayW3 6SA

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Ark Byron Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayW3 7JT

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayW3 9JR

Last inspected: Jun 2018

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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