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Energy Performance Certificate

45, Bowie Close

SW4 8HB

LONDON

Current

D

68

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in LONDON, SW4 8HB. The property offers 76m² (818 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 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 (82/100). 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. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £645, comprising £495 for heating, £94 for hot water, and £56 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. 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 45, Bowie Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this LONDON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £645 are approximately £1155 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.8 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 SW4 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 LONDON

This property68
Average64
+6% better
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vs SW4

This property68
Average62
+10% 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: £101/year more than the LONDON 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(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 Apr 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

45, Bowie Close

SW4 8HB

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

76.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

37 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

194 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Apr 2013

rental (social)

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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). The SW4 postcode district contains over 20500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LONDON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£495.0/yr

Save £277/yr

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Hot Water

£94/yr

Save £7/yr

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Lighting

78.0% low energy

£56/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

(other premises below)

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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 78% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Richard Atkins Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySW2 4JP

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Glenbrook Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySW4 8LD

Last inspected: May 2021

Good

Harris Academy Clapham

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awaySW4 8LD

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

St Bede's Catholic Infant School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySW12 0LF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Bonneville Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySW4 9LB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Bernadette Catholic Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySW12 0AB

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awaySW12 0AB

Last inspected: Apr 2013

Outstanding

Iqra Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySW4 9PA

Last inspected: Oct 2017

Outstanding

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime900 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

230 incidents (26%)

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violent crime

202 incidents (22%)

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Vehicle crime

75 incidents (8%)

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Theft

62 incidents (7%)

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Pickpocketing

60 incidents (7%)

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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