Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 13 The Lumiere Building, 544, Romford Road
E7 8AY
LONDON
Current
C
80
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in LONDON, E7 8AY. The property offers 57m² (614 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £377, comprising £184 for heating, £149 for hot water, and £44 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 13 The Lumiere Building Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £377 are approximately £1423 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 57m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.8 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the E7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LONDON
vs E7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £167/year less than the LONDON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 7 Dec 2013
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 13 The Lumiere Building
544, Romford Road
E7 8AY
LONDON
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
57.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
80 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
1.8 tonnes/year
32 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
178 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
7 Dec 2013
rental (private)
About LONDON
LONDON is situated in East London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £360 below the LONDON average, offering good value. The E7 postcode district contains over 14500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£184.0/yr
Save £63/yr
Hot Water
£149.0/yr
Save £22/yr
Lighting
88.0% low energy
£44.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
System built, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 88% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Salisbury Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Monega Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Avenue Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Sandringham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
William Davies Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Essex Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Sir John Heron Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Little Ilford School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
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
275 incidents (27%)
Anti-social behaviour
190 incidents (19%)
Pickpocketing
85 incidents (8%)
Vehicle crime
76 incidents (8%)
Theft
74 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.
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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.