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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 3, 26, Gloucester Square

E2 8RS

LONDON

Current

C

75

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in LONDON, E2 8RS. The property offers 45.09m² (485 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), 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. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £371, comprising £211 for heating, £112 for hot water, and £48 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 3 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this LONDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £371 are approximately £1429 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 45.09m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 E2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs LONDON

This property75
Average64
+17% better
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vs E2

This property75
Average65
+15% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £173/year less 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(75 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 7 Sept 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 3

26, Gloucester Square

E2 8RS

LONDON

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Property Type

Flat

NO DATA!

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

45.09

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

52 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

291 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Sept 2011

marketed sale

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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 £333 below the LONDON average, offering good value. The E2 postcode district contains over 20300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£211.0/yr

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Hot Water

£112.0/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£48.0/yr

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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

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Sebright School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayE2 8QH

Last inspected: May 2019

Outstanding

The Bridge Academy

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayE2 8BA

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

City of London Academy, Shoreditch Park

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayN1 5JU

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

St. Paul's With St. Michael's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayE8 4PB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

Haggerston School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayE2 8LS
?Not yet rated

Queensbridge Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayE8 4ET

Last inspected: Jul 2011

Outstanding

Randal Cremer Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayE2 8JG

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

London Fields Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayE8 3RL

Last inspected: Jan 2015

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: 402 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:402 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:161 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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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.

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