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Energy Performance Certificate

55, Richmond Street

E13 9AA

LONDON

Current

C

74

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in LONDON, E13 9AA. The property offers 86m² (926 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). 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. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £603, comprising £418 for heating, £94 for hot water, and £91 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 55, Richmond Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £603 are approximately £1197 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.3 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 E13 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs LONDON

This property74
Average64
+16% better
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vs E13

This property74
Average62
+19% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £59/year more 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(74 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 Mar 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

55, Richmond Street

E13 9AA

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

86.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

27 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

143 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Mar 2014

rental (social)

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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). The E13 postcode district contains over 15400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£418.0/yr

Save £145/yr

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Hot Water

£94.0/yr

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Lighting

29.0% low energy

£91.0/yr

Save £36/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

(other premises 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 29% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Curwen Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayE13 0AG
?Not yet rated

Lister Community School

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayE13 9AE
?Not yet rated

Plaistow Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayE13 9DQ

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Southern Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayE13 9JH

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Portway Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayE13 0JW

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Outstanding

Selwyn Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayE13 0ES
?Not yet rated

Upton Cross Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayE13 0RJ

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Grange Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayE13 0HE

Last inspected: Dec 2022

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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