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53a Harcourt Avenue

E12 6DF

LONDON

Current

C

70

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in LONDON, E12 6DF. The property offers 61m² (657 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1215, comprising £863 for heating, £236 for hot water, and £116 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 53a Harcourt Avenue Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1215 are approximately £585 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 E12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs LONDON

This property70
Average64
+9% better
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vs E12

This property70
Average59
+19% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £671/year more than the LONDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

Based on assessment dated 7 Aug 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

53a Harcourt Avenue

E12 6DF

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

61.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

206 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Aug 2023

marketed sale

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in East London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £319 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The E12 postcode district contains over 10800 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

£863.0/yr

Save £218/yr

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Hot Water

£236.0/yr

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Lighting

89.0% low energy

£116.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling 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 89% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Winefride's RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayE12 6HB

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Little Ilford School

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayE12 6JB

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Sir John Heron Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayE12 5PY

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Dersingham Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayE12 5QJ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Essex Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayE12 6QX

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Outstanding

Sheringham Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayE12 5PB
?Not yet rated

Avenue Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayE12 6AR

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Salisbury Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayE12 6TH

Last inspected: Sept 2018

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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