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5, Cedar Close

SE21 8HX

LONDON

Current

C

77

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in LONDON, SE21 8HX. The property offers 39m² (420 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £376, comprising £182 for heating, £159 for hot water, and £35 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2019 for £175,000.

How Does 5, Cedar Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £376 are approximately £1424 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 39m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.9 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SE21 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs LONDON

This property77
Average64
+20% better
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vs SE21

This property77
Average56
+38% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £168/year less than the LONDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(77 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 19 Feb 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

5, Cedar Close

SE21 8HX

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

39.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

1.9 tonnes/year

49 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

287 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

19 Feb 2019

marketed sale

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in South East 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 £362 below the LONDON average, offering good value. The SE21 postcode district contains over 5300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£175,000

1 October 2019

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£182.0/yr

Save £56/yr

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Hot Water

£159.0/yr

Save £20/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£35.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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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

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (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

The Elmgreen School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awaySE27 9BZ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Rosendale Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySE21 8LR
?Not yet rated

St Martin in the Fields High School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awaySW2 3UP

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Elm Wood School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySE27 9RR

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Fenstanton Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySW2 3PW

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

City Heights E-ACT Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awaySW2 3PW

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Julian's School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySE27 0JF

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Kingsdale Foundation School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awaySE21 8SQ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 20 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:20 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:3 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.

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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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