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5, Valley Drive

NW9 9NJ

LONDON

Current

D

68

Potential

D

68

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in LONDON, NW9 9NJ. The property offers 184.07m² (1981 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), 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 £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1337, comprising £1059 for heating, £163 for hot water, and £115 for lighting. The property produces 7.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average 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 5, Valley Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this LONDON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1337 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 184.07m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.2 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 NW9 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 NW9

This property68
Average68
At average

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: £793/year more than the LONDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

D(68 points)

Based on assessment dated 21 Feb 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

5, Valley Drive

NW9 9NJ

LONDON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

184.07

10.0 total rooms

10.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 68

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CO₂ Emissions

7.2 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

205 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Feb 2011

rental (private)

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in North West London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £515 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NW9 postcode district contains over 30000 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

£1059.0/yr

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Hot Water

£163.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£115.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

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

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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

Kingsbury Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayNW9 9ND

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

St Robert Southwell Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayNW9 8YD

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Outstanding

JFS

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayHA3 9TE

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Kingsbury High School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayNW9 9JR

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Roe Green Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNW9 9JL

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Roe Green Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNW9 9JL

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Sinai Jewish Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayHA3 9UD

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Fryent Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayNW9 8JD

Last inspected: Feb 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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