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Energy Performance Certificate

41 Whitmead Close

CR2 7AS

SOUTH CROYDON

Current

D

68

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in SOUTH CROYDON, CR2 7AS. The property offers 82m² (883 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1671, comprising £1078 for heating, £464 for hot water, and £129 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2024 for £402,000.

How Does 41 Whitmead Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this SOUTH CROYDON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1671 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 3.2 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 CR2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs SOUTH CROYDON

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs CR2

This property68
Average59
+15% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £927/year more than the SOUTH CROYDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Nov 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

41 Whitmead Close

CR2 7AS

SOUTH CROYDON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

82.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 86

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

39 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

221 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Nov 2023

marketed sale

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About SOUTH CROYDON

SOUTH CROYDON is situated in Croydon, London. Properties in SOUTH CROYDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £334 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CR2 postcode district contains over 16000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£402,000

2 February 2024

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Warm air, mains gas

£1078.0/yr

Save £224/yr

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Hot Water

£464.0/yr

Save £234/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£129.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Warm air, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Peter's Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayCR2 7AR

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Harris Primary Academy Haling Park

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCR2 6HS

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Outstanding

Purley Oaks Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCR2 0PR

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Heathfield Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCR0 1EQ

Last inspected: May 2018

Outstanding

Howard Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCR0 1DT

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Coombe Wood School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayCR2 7HY

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Regina Coeli Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCR2 6DF

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Aerodrome Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCR0 4EJ

Last inspected: May 2021

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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