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4, Rufford Street

N1 0AP

LONDON

Current

D

63

Potential

C

69

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in LONDON, N1 0AP. The property offers 82.93m² (893 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 £644, comprising £405 for heating, £139 for hot water, and £100 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2017 for £412,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 4, Rufford Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this LONDON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £644 are approximately £1156 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.3 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 N1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property63
Average60
+5% better
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vs LONDON

This property63
Average64
-2% below
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vs N1

This property63
Average65
-3% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £100/year more than the LONDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(63 points)

Potential Rating

C(69 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Oct 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

4, Rufford Street

N1 0AP

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

82.93

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

63 / 100

Potential: 69

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CO₂ Emissions

4.3 tonnes/year

51 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

340 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Oct 2009

rental (private)

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in North London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The N1 postcode district contains over 42100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£412,000

5 December 2017

Type: Flat

£15,500(-3.6%)

vs previous sale

£427,500

8 November 2016

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£405.0/yr

Save £41/yr

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Hot Water

£139.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£100.0/yr

Save £50/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

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

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Blessed Sacrament RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayN1 0UF

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Kings Cross Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayN1C 4BT

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Robert Blair School and Children's Centre

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayN7 9QJ

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

St Andrew's (Barnsbury) Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayN1 0LB

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Abacus Belsize Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayN1C 4PF

Last inspected: May 2015

Outstanding

Vittoria Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayN1 0WF

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Thornhill Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayN1 1HX

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Winton Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayN1 9AZ

Last inspected: Mar 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: 365 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:365 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:146 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime2236 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

493 incidents (22%)

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violent crime

432 incidents (19%)

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Shoplifting

271 incidents (12%)

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Pickpocketing

270 incidents (12%)

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Theft

240 incidents (11%)

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.

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