Energy Performance Certificate
South Lodge, 3 Kent Gate Way
CR0 5AR
Croydon
Current
G
5
Potential
C
75
This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,590
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,345
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,790 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £3,245 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?
This detached house is located in Croydon, CR0 5AR. The property offers 134m² (1442 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated G (5/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £4590, comprising £4064 for heating, £419 for hot water, and £107 for lighting. The property produces 12.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 28 Jul 2022
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Some secondary glazing
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
86.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 86% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
South Lodge
3 Kent Gate Way
CR0 5AR
Croydon
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
134.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
12.0 tonnes/year
92 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
543 kWh/m²/year
G-Rated Properties in Croydon
Croydon properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CR0) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£4064 /yr
Save £2975/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£419 /yr
Save £282/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
86.0% low energy
£107 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Applegarth Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Good Shepherd Catholic Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Forestdale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Castle Hill Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Quest Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
The Quest Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Courtwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Forest Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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: 68 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
57 incidents (37%)
Anti-social behaviour
27 incidents (18%)
Criminal damage
18 incidents (12%)
Vehicle crime
13 incidents (8%)
Public order
12 incidents (8%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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