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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 14, Compass House

SE8 4LF

LONDON

Current

C

74

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in LONDON, SE8 4LF. The property offers 58m² (624 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 (74/100), 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid 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 £997, comprising £348 for heating, £536 for hot water, and £113 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 14 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £997 are approximately £803 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 58m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 SE8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs LONDON

This property74
Average64
+16% better
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vs SE8

This property74
Average68
+9% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £453/year more than the LONDON 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(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

Based on assessment dated 2 Mar 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 14

Compass House

Armoury Road

SE8 4LF

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

58.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

39 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

230 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Mar 2023

marketed sale

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About LONDON

LONDON is situated in South East London, London. Properties in LONDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The SE8 postcode district contains over 17600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£348.0/yr

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Hot Water

£536.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£113.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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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

Morden Mount Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySE13 7QP

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Ashmead Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySE8 4DX

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

St Stephen's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySE8 4ED

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

St Saviour's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySE13 6AL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Lucas Vale Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySE8 4QB

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Myatt Garden Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySE4 1DF

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

St Matthew Academy

All-through
📍0.7 miles awaySE3 0XX

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

James Wolfe Primary School and Centre for the Deaf

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySE10 8RZ

Last inspected: Mar 2018

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 Crime923 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

279 incidents (30%)

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Anti-social behaviour

181 incidents (20%)

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Shoplifting

76 incidents (8%)

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Public order

61 incidents (7%)

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Theft

58 incidents (6%)

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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