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Energy Performance Certificate

74a, Caversham Road

NW5 2DN

LONDON

Current

C

69

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in LONDON, NW5 2DN. The property offers 104m² (1119 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £759, comprising £557 for heating, £89 for hot water, and £113 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2017 for £1,135,000.

How Does 74a, Caversham Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £759 are approximately £1041 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 104m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.6 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 NW5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs LONDON

This property69
Average64
+8% better
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vs NW5

This property69
Average61
+13% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £215/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(69 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

Based on assessment dated 14 Feb 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

74a, Caversham Road

NW5 2DN

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

NO DATA!

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

104.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

3.6 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

179 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Feb 2012

rental (private)

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in North West London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The NW5 postcode district contains over 11000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£1,135,000

6 November 2017

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£557.0/yr

Save £16/yr

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Hot Water

£89.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£113.0/yr

Save £56/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Torriano Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayNW5 2SJ

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Outstanding

The Camden School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayNW5 2DB

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Kentish Town Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayNW5 2TU

Last inspected: Dec 2017

Outstanding

Brecknock Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayNW1 9AL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Hungerford School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayN7 9LF

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNW5 3AH

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Beacon High

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayN7 0JG

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Tufnell Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayN7 0HJ

Last inspected: Oct 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

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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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