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Energy Performance Certificate

45, Waterside Close

IG11 9EL

BARKING

Current

D

56

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BARKING, IG11 9EL. The property offers 54m² (581 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £752, comprising £439 for heating, £247 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 45, Waterside Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this BARKING property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £752 are approximately £1048 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 54m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.9 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 IG11 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property56
Average60
-7% below
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vs BARKING

This property56
Average68
-18% below
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vs IG11

This property56
Average68
-18% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £293/year more than the BARKING 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(56 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 May 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

45, Waterside Close

IG11 9EL

BARKING

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

54.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

2.9 tonnes/year

55 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

308 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 May 2013

marketed sale

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About BARKING

BARKING is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BARKING have an average EPC rating of D (score 68/100). There is potential to improve this property's energy efficiency to match local standards. The IG11 postcode district contains over 24800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£439.0/yr

Save £247/yr

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Hot Water

£247.0/yr

Save £140/yr

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Lighting

13.0% low energy

£66.0/yr

Save £28/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

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 13% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Dorothy Barley Junior Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayRM8 2NB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Dorothy Barley Infants' School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayRM8 2LL

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Mayespark Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayIG3 9PX

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Becontree Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayRM8 2QR

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Manor Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayRM8 2FL

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Manor Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayIG11 9AG

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Barking Abbey School, A Specialist Sports and Humanities College

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayIG11 9AG

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

The St Teresa Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayRM8 2XJ
?Not yet rated

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: 199 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:199 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:30 Mbps
Maximum:200 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime466 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

171 incidents (37%)

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Anti-social behaviour

93 incidents (20%)

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Vehicle crime

44 incidents (9%)

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Criminal damage

34 incidents (7%)

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Theft

28 incidents (6%)

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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