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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 12, Poseidon Court

IG11 0GR

BARKING

Current

C

73

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BARKING, IG11 0GR. The property offers 55m² (592 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £917, comprising £530 for heating, £275 for hot water, and £112 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 12 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this BARKING property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £917 are approximately £883 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 55m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.8 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 IG11 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs BARKING

This property73
Average68
+7% better
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vs IG11

This property73
Average68
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £458/year more than the BARKING average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 Jun 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 12

Poseidon Court

Spinnaker Close

IG11 0GR

BARKING

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

55.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

51 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

302 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Jun 2023

rental

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About BARKING

BARKING is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BARKING have an average EPC rating of D (score 68/100). The IG11 postcode district contains over 24800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£530.0/yr

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Hot Water

£275.0/yr

Save £42/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£112.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (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

George Carey Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayIG11 0FJ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Riverside Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayIG11 0FU

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Thames View Infants

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayIG11 0LG

Last inspected: Apr 2014

Outstanding

Thames View Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayIG11 0LG

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Riverside School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayIG11 0FU

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Outstanding

Monteagle Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayRM9 4RB

Last inspected: May 2021

Good

Jo Richardson Community School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayRM9 4UN

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Eastbury Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayIG11 9QQ

Last inspected: Feb 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 Crime189 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

67 incidents (35%)

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Anti-social behaviour

41 incidents (22%)

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Criminal damage

14 incidents (7%)

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Vehicle crime

11 incidents (6%)

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Public order

10 incidents (5%)

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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