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Energy Performance Certificate

42, Thorne Road

SW8 2BZ

LONDON

Current

B

85

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in LONDON, SW8 2BZ. The property offers 168m² (1808 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1089, comprising £839 for heating, £138 for hot water, and £112 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2023 for £1,530,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 42, Thorne Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this LONDON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1089 are approximately £711 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 168m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.6 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 SW8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property85
Average60
+42% better
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vs LONDON

This property85
Average64
+33% better
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vs SW8

This property85
Average67
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £545/year more than the LONDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(85 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 Oct 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

42, Thorne Road

SW8 2BZ

LONDON

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

168.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

85 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

16 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

78 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Oct 2014

marketed sale

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in South 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 £295 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SW8 postcode district contains over 22500 registered properties. Like many LONDON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£1,530,000

24 August 2023

Type: Terraced

+£115,000(+8.1%)

vs previous sale

£1,415,000

20 May 2015

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 8.1% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£839.0/yr

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Hot Water

£138.0/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

£112.0/yr

Save £32/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 60% of fixed outlets

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Herbert Morrison Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awaySW8 2HP

Last inspected: May 2023

Outstanding

St Stephen's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySW8 1EJ

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Wyvil Primary School and Resource Bases for Speech, Language and Communication Needs, and Autism

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySW8 2TJ

Last inspected: Nov 2013

Outstanding

Allen Edwards Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySW4 6RP

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Platanos College

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awaySW9 0AL

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Larkhall Primary Campus

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySW4 6PH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Reay Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySW9 0EN

Last inspected: May 2023

Outstanding

St George's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySW8 4JS

Last inspected: Jan 2019

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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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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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