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Energy Performance Certificate

59a, Princes Gate

SW7 2PD

LONDON

Current

D

60

Potential

D

60

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in LONDON, SW7 2PD. The property offers 169m² (1819 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (60/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £1445, comprising £1184 for heating, £133 for hot water, and £128 for lighting. The property produces 7.3 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 59a, Princes Gate Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 60/100, this LONDON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1445 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 169m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.3 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 SW7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property60
Average60
At average
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vs LONDON

This property60
Average64
-6% below
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vs SW7

This property60
Average59
+2% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 60/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £901/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(60 points)

Potential Rating

D(60 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 Apr 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

59a, Princes Gate

SW7 2PD

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

169.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

60 / 100

Potential: 60

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CO₂ Emissions

7.3 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

246 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Apr 2020

non marketed sale

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in South West London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £640 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SW7 postcode district contains over 11000 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

Community scheme

£1184.0/yr

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Hot Water

£133.0/yr

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Lighting

84.0% low energy

£128.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

To unheated space, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Community scheme

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 84% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Our Lady of Victories RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySW7 5AQ

Last inspected: Sept 2011

Outstanding

Marlborough Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySW3 3AP

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySW3 6QH

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Outstanding

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySW3 2QT
?Not yet rated

Saint Thomas More Language College

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awaySW3 2QS

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Bousfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySW5 0DJ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Holy Trinity CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySW1X 9DE

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

St Mary Abbots CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayW8 4SP

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

📡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.

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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