Energy Performance Certificate
Ground Floor Flat, 84 Sumner Road
CR0 3LJ
CROYDON
Current
C
69
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in CROYDON, CR0 3LJ. The property offers 40mยฒ (431 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs ยฃ8,000-ยฃ14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 ยฃ631, comprising ยฃ475 for heating, ยฃ108 for hot water, and ยฃ48 for lighting. The property produces 1.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Ground Floor Flat Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this CROYDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of ยฃ631 are approximately ยฃ1169 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 40mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. CO2 emissions of 1.7 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 CR0 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CROYDON
vs CR0
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ77/year more than the CROYDON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 30 Oct 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Ground Floor Flat
84 Sumner Road
CR0 3LJ
CROYDON
Property Type
Flat
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
40.0 mยฒ
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 76
COโ Emissions
1.7 tonnes/year
43 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
247 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
30 Oct 2024
rental
About CROYDON
CROYDON is situated in Croydon, London. Properties in CROYDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The CR0 postcode district contains over 60600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CROYDON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ475.0/yr
Save ยฃ157/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ108.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
ยฃ48.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights โNearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Harris Primary Academy Croydon
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Chestnut Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Harris Invictus Academy Croydon
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Elmwood Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Elmwood Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
St Mary's Catholic High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
West Thornton Primary School
PrimarySt Mary's Catholic Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 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: 494 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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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.