Energy Performance Certificate
87 Purley Downs Road
CR2 0RJ
SOUTH CROYDON
Current
G
18
Potential
E
43
This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£5,625
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£3,587
potential per year
This property costs approximately £3,825 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,038 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?
This detached house is located in SOUTH CROYDON, CR2 0RJ. The property offers 154m² (1658 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (18/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (43/100). The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £5625, comprising £4936 for heating, £553 for hot water, and £136 for lighting. The property produces 10.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 Jan 2025
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, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully triple glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
87 Purley Downs Road
CR2 0RJ
SOUTH CROYDON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
154.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
10.9 tonnes/year
71 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
421 kWh/m²/year
G-Rated Properties in SOUTH CROYDON
SOUTH CROYDON properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CR2) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, electric
£4936 /yr
Save £1781/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£553 /yr
Save £257/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£136 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley)
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Ridgeway Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Purley Oaks Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Harris Academy Purley
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Regina Coeli Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Thomas More Catholic School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2019
Gresham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
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: 165 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
50 incidents (31%)
Anti-social behaviour
24 incidents (15%)
Vehicle crime
20 incidents (13%)
Public order
16 incidents (10%)
Burglary
11 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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