Energy Performance Certificate
8 Birch Grove
W3 9SN
LONDON
Current
C
76
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in LONDON, W3 9SN. The property offers 250m² (2691 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1123, comprising £831 for heating, £133 for hot water, and £159 for lighting. The property produces 5.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2022 for £2,475,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 8 Birch Grove Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1123 are approximately £677 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 250m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the W3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LONDON
vs W3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £579/year more than the LONDON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 21 Oct 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
8 Birch Grove
W3 9SN
LONDON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
250.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
5.7 tonnes/year
23 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
117 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Oct 2021
marketed sale
About LONDON
LONDON is situated in West 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. Heating costs are £287 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The W3 postcode district contains over 26900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£2,475,000
22 March 2022
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£1,600,000
12 July 2017
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 54.7% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£831/yr
Hot Water
£133/yr
Lighting
80.0% low energy
£159/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, insulated at rafters
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (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
Twyford Church of England High School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2012
Ark Acton Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Ark Soane Academy
SecondarySt Vincent's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
The Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
West Acton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Derwentwater Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Acton Gardens Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
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: 436 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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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.