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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 15, Dakota House

CR7 7FF

THORNTON HEATH

Current

D

65

Potential

D

67

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in THORNTON HEATH, CR7 7FF. The property offers 76m² (818 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 (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £667, comprising £412 for heating, £187 for hot water, and £68 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 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 15 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this THORNTON HEATH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £667 are approximately £1133 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.3 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 CR7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs THORNTON HEATH

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs CR7

This property65
Average58
+12% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £3/year less than the THORNTON HEATH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(65 points)

Potential Rating

D(67 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 Feb 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 15

Dakota House

7 Mayday Road

CR7 7FF

THORNTON HEATH

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

76.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 67

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CO₂ Emissions

3.3 tonnes/year

44 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

249 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Feb 2022

not sale or rental

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About THORNTON HEATH

THORNTON HEATH is situated in Croydon, London. Properties in THORNTON HEATH have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £258 below the THORNTON HEATH average, offering good value. The CR7 postcode district contains over 13400 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the THORNTON HEATH area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Community scheme

£412.0/yr

Save £32/yr

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Hot Water

£187.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£68.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, with external insulation

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

To unheated space, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Community scheme

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (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

Elmwood Junior School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCR0 2PL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Elmwood Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCR0 2PL

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Chestnut Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCR0 2UR

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Outstanding

Ecclesbourne Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCR7 7FA

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Paxton Academy Sports And Science

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCR7 6AW

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

West Thornton Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCR0 3BS
?Not yet rated

Harris Primary Academy Croydon

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCR0 3JT

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Outstanding

Harris Invictus Academy Croydon

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayCR0 2TB

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Outstanding

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 Crime1037 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

315 incidents (30%)

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Anti-social behaviour

222 incidents (21%)

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Vehicle crime

98 incidents (9%)

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Shoplifting

75 incidents (7%)

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Drugs

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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