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Energy Performance Certificate

70a, Gap Road

SW19 8JA

LONDON

Current

D

63

Potential

D

64

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in LONDON, SW19 8JA. The property offers 31.3m² (337 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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. 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 £372, comprising £335 for heating, £23 for hot water, and £14 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low 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 70a, Gap Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this LONDON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £372 are approximately £1428 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 31.3m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 SW19 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property63
Average60
+5% better
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vs LONDON

This property63
Average64
-2% below
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vs SW19

This property63
Average61
+3% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £172/year less 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(63 points)

Potential Rating

D(64 points)

Based on assessment dated 14 Oct 2008

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Property Information

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Full Address

70a, Gap Road

SW19 8JA

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

31.3

1.0 total rooms

1.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

63 / 100

Potential: 64

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CO₂ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

83 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

497 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Oct 2008

rental (social)

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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 £209 below the LONDON average, offering good value. The SW19 postcode district contains over 31800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Community scheme

£335.0/yr

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Hot Water

£23.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£14.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 100mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Partial double glazing

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Community scheme

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

The Priory CofE School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySW19 8LX

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Ricards Lodge High School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awaySW19 7HB

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Outstanding

Holy Trinity CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySW19 8PW

Last inspected: Mar 2013

Outstanding

Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySW19 7EP

Last inspected: Apr 2013

Outstanding

Garfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySW19 8SB

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySW19 1QL

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Pelham Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySW19 1NU

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Wimbledon Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySW19 8EJ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Outstanding

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: 388 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:388 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:155 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime362 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

85 incidents (23%)

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Anti-social behaviour

76 incidents (21%)

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Shoplifting

69 incidents (19%)

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Vehicle crime

28 incidents (8%)

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Theft

25 incidents (7%)

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.

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