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74 Commonwealth Way

SE2 0LB

LONDON

Current

C

78

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in LONDON, SE2 0LB. The property offers 49m² (527 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £556, comprising £345 for heating, £146 for hot water, and £65 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 74 Commonwealth Way Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £556 are approximately £1244 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 49m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.2 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 SE2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs LONDON

This property78
Average64
+22% better
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vs SE2

This property78
Average62
+26% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £12/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(78 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 2 Aug 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

74 Commonwealth Way

SE2 0LB

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

49.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

1.2 tonnes/year

24 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

138 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Aug 2024

ECO assessment

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in South East London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The SE2 postcode district contains over 8900 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

£345.0/yr

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Hot Water

£146.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£65.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Alexander McLeod Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awaySE2 0QS

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Boxgrove Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySE2 9JP
?Not yet rated

St Paul's Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awaySE2 9PX

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Thomas A Becket Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySE2 9LY

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Hillsgrove Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayDA16 1DR

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Gallions Mount Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySE18 1JR

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

De Lucy Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySE2 9PD

Last inspected: Nov 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayDA17 5PF
?Not yet rated

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime404 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

133 incidents (33%)

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Anti-social behaviour

119 incidents (29%)

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Drugs

31 incidents (8%)

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Vehicle crime

26 incidents (6%)

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Criminal damage

24 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.

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