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Flat 1 Benson Court, Hartington Road

SW8 2EX

LONDON

Current

D

61

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in LONDON, SW8 2EX. The property offers 71m² (764 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). 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, 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 £777, comprising £626 for heating, £100 for hot water, and £51 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does Flat 1 Benson Court Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this LONDON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £777 are approximately £1023 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.1 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 SW8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs LONDON

This property61
Average64
-5% below
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vs SW8

This property61
Average67
-9% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £233/year more than the LONDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(61 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 18 Feb 2016

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 1 Benson Court

Hartington Road

SW8 2EX

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

71.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

61 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

247 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Feb 2016

ECO assessment

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in South West London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The SW8 postcode district contains over 22500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LONDON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£626.0/yr

Save £311/yr

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Hot Water

£100.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£51.0/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

Average
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Floor

Solid, 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

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Herbert Morrison Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySW8 2HP

Last inspected: May 2023

Outstanding

Allen Edwards Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySW4 6RP

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

St Stephen's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySW8 1EJ

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Wyvil Primary School and Resource Bases for Speech, Language and Communication Needs, and Autism

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySW8 2TJ

Last inspected: Nov 2013

Outstanding

Platanos College

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awaySW9 0AL

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Larkhall Primary Campus

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySW4 6PH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Griffin Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySW8 4JB

Last inspected: Nov 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

St George's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySW8 4JS

Last inspected: Jan 2019

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

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 Crime1447 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

330 incidents (23%)

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Anti-social behaviour

258 incidents (18%)

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Pickpocketing

192 incidents (13%)

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Shoplifting

131 incidents (9%)

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Theft

111 incidents (8%)

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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