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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 1, 16 Shepherds Hill

N6 5AQ

LONDON

Current

C

71

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in LONDON, N6 5AQ. The property offers 227m² (2443 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), 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 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1491, comprising £1121 for heating, £151 for hot water, and £219 for lighting. The property produces 6.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does Flat 1 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1491 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 227m², 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 N6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs LONDON

This property71
Average64
+11% better
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vs N6

This property71
Average58
+22% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £947/year more than the LONDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 19 May 2016

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 1

16 Shepherds Hill

N6 5AQ

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

227.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

6.6 tonnes/year

29 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

165 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

19 May 2016

marketed sale

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in North London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £577 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The N6 postcode district contains over 8200 registered properties. Like many LONDON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

£1121.0/yr

Save £410/yr

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Hot Water

£151.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£219.0/yr

Save £110/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

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and underfloor heating, 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

Highgate Wood Secondary School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayN8 8RN

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Whitehall Park School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayN6 5EP

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

St Michael's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayN6 4BG

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Outstanding

St Aloysius RC College

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayN6 5LY

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayN19 5NE

Last inspected: Mar 2009

Outstanding

Coleridge Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayN8 8DN

Last inspected: Mar 2015

Outstanding

Highgate Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayN6 4ED

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St James Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayN10 3JA

Last inspected: Mar 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: 479 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:479 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:192 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 Crime640 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

155 incidents (24%)

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violent crime

148 incidents (23%)

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Shoplifting

78 incidents (12%)

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Vehicle crime

67 incidents (10%)

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Theft

47 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. 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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