Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 1, Melbourne House
SW5 0NU
LONDON
Current
E
50
Potential
C
69
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£856
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£529
potential per year
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About This E-Rated Property
This terraced flat is located in LONDON, SW5 0NU. The property offers 59m² (635 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property has an EPC rating of E (50/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £856, comprising £548 for heating, £255 for hot water, and £53 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 30 Apr 2013
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
(another dwelling above)
🪟 Windows
Full secondary glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
62.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 62% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Flat 1
Melbourne House
SW5 0NU
LONDON
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
59.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
3.4 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
322 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in LONDON
LONDON has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
£548 /yr
Save £268/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£255 /yr
Save £59/yr
💡 Lighting
62.0% low energy
£53 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bousfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
St Cuthbert with St Matthias CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Our Lady of Victories RC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2011
St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Servite RC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
St Mary Abbots CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Kensington Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Park Walk Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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: 500 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
271 incidents (22%)
Anti-social behaviour
258 incidents (21%)
Theft
149 incidents (12%)
Shoplifting
104 incidents (8%)
Vehicle crime
89 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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