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46, Ferntower Road

N5 2JH

LONDON

Current

D

56

Potential

D

62

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in LONDON, N5 2JH. The property offers 172mยฒ (1851 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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 ยฃ8,000-ยฃ14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 ยฃ1323, comprising ยฃ1037 for heating, ยฃ168 for hot water, and ยฃ118 for lighting. The property produces 6.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does 46, Ferntower Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this LONDON property is around the national average for UK homes. At ยฃ1323 per year, energy costs are below the national average of ยฃ1800. At 172mยฒ, this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87mยฒ). CO2 emissions of 6.8 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the N5 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 LONDON

This property56
Average64
-13% below
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vs N5

This property56
Average63
-11% 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: ยฃ779/year more than the LONDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(56 points)

Potential Rating

D(62 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Mar 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

46, Ferntower Road

N5 2JH

LONDON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

172.0 mยฒ

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

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Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 62

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

6.8 tonnes/year

39 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

275 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

12 Mar 2009

marketed sale

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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). Heating costs are ยฃ493 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The N5 postcode district contains over 10500 registered properties. Like many LONDON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

ยฃ1037.0/yr

Save ยฃ106/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ168.0/yr

Save ยฃ27/yr

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Lighting

61.0% low energy

ยฃ118.0/yr

Save ยฃ33/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 200mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good
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Main Fuel

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

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 61% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Newington Green Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขN16 8NP

Last inspected: Feb 2023

โœ“Good

Highbury Quadrant Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขN5 2DP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Grasmere Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขN16 9PD

Last inspected: Mar 2022

โœ“Good

St Matthias Church of England Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขN16 8DD

Last inspected: Jun 2023

โœ“Good

City of London Academy Highbury Grove

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขN5 2EQ

Last inspected: Apr 2022

โœ“Good

St Jude and St Paul's CofE Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขN1 4AZ

Last inspected: Jan 2019

โœ“Good

Princess May Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขN16 8DF

Last inspected: Apr 2023

โœ“Good

Stoke Newington School and Sixth Form

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขN16 9EX

Last inspected: Jul 2022

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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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

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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

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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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