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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

8, Gourley Place

N15 5NF

LONDON

Current

F

27

Potential

D

55

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£981

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£573

potential per year

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

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£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £408 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
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Payback
~8 yrs
Current Costs
£981/yr
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Cavity Wall Insulation

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Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced flat is located in LONDON, N15 5NF. The property offers 40.75m² (439 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (27/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (55/100). 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 £981, comprising £782 for heating, £158 for hot water, and £41 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
Potential
E39-54
F21-38
Current
G1-20

Current Rating

F(27 points)

Achievable Rating

D(55 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 8 Apr 2011

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Flat, limited insulation

Average

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Good

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

20.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 20% of fixed outlets

Poor

Property Information

📍

Full Address

8, Gourley Place

N15 5NF

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

40.75

2.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

3.4 tonnes/year

84 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

558 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in LONDON

LONDON properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (N15) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£782 /yr

Save £435/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£158 /yr

💡 Lighting

20.0% low energy

£41 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Seven Sisters Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayN15 5QE

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

St Ignatius RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayN15 6ND

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

St Ann's CE Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayN15 5JG

Last inspected: Nov 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

St Mary's Priory RC Infant School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayN15 5RE

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

St Mary's Priory RC Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayN15 5RE

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Tiverton Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayN15 6SP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Our Lady's Catholic High School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayN16 5AF

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Crowland Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayN15 6UX

Last inspected: Jul 2014

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
⬆️

Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime1212 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

286 incidents (24%)

📊

violent crime

269 incidents (22%)

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Shoplifting

120 incidents (10%)

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Pickpocketing

93 incidents (8%)

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Vehicle crime

85 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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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