Energy Performance Certificate
7 Austin Close
CR5 1JT
COULSDON
Current
D
59
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached maisonette is located in COULSDON, CR5 1JT. The property offers 58m² (624 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). 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 £986, comprising £704 for heating, £221 for hot water, and £61 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2019 for £275,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 7 Austin Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this COULSDON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £986 are approximately £814 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 58m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.4 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 CR5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COULSDON
vs CR5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £147/year more than the COULSDON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 May 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
7 Austin Close
CR5 1JT
COULSDON
Property Type
Maisonette
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
58.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
59 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
3.4 tonnes/year
58 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
341 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 May 2022
marketed sale
About COULSDON
COULSDON is situated in Croydon, London. Properties in COULSDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The CR5 postcode district contains over 9200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£275,000
27 September 2019
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
£166,000
8 June 2015
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
£156,000
19 January 2015
Type: Flat
Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 76.3% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£704.0/yr
Save £396/yr
Hot Water
£221.0/yr
Save £57/yr
Lighting
80.0% low energy
£61.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Keston Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
New Valley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Coulsdon CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2011
Oasis Academy Coulsdon
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
The Hayes Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Oasis Academy Byron
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Kenley Primary School
PrimaryHarris Primary Academy Kenley
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2015
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 20 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
17 incidents (34%)
Anti-social behaviour
14 incidents (28%)
Criminal damage
6 incidents (12%)
Theft
4 incidents (8%)
Public order
3 incidents (6%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.