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Energy Performance info for Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB
Information in this section describes the energy efficiency of Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB. It is obtained from Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities and may not be 100% accurate or up-to-date. You can search energy certificates here.
Date of EPC
12 January 2009
EPC valid until
11 January 2019
Energy rating
D
Potential energy rating
C
Property type
House
Built form
End-Terrace
Windows
Fully double glazed
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main fuel
Mains gas
CO2 emissions
3 tonnes/year
Total floor area
53.9 m2
Mains gas
Yes
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Energy Performance Improvement Suggestions for Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB
Information in this section suggests ways to improve the energy efficiency of Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB. It is obtained from Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.
Increasing the thickness of existing insulation up to 160 mm around the hot water cylinder will help to maintain the water at the required temperature; this will reduce the amount of energy used and lower fuel bills. A cylinder jacket is a layer of insulation that is fitted around the hot water cylinder. The jacket should be fitted over the top of the existing insulation and over any thermostat clamped to the cylinder. Hot water pipes from the hot water cylinder should also be insulated, using pre-formed pipe insulation of up to 50 mm thickness, or to suit the space available, for as far as they can be accessed to reduce losses in summer. All these materials can be purchased from DIY stores and installed by a competent DIY enthusiast.
Thermostatic radiator valves allow the temperature of each room to be controlled to suit individual needs, adding to comfort and reducing heating bills provided internal doors are kept closed. For example, they can be set to be warmer in the living room and bathroom than in the bedrooms. Ask a competent heating engineer to install thermostatic radiator valves. Thermostatic radiator valves should be fitted to every radiator except the radiator in the same room as the room thermostat. Remember the room thermostat is needed as well as the thermostatic radiator valves, to enable the boiler to switch off when no heat is required.
A condensing boiler is capable of much higher efficiencies than other types of boiler, meaning it will burn less fuel to heat this property. This improvement is most appropriate when the existing central heating boiler needs repair or replacement, but there may be exceptional circumstances making this impractical. Condensing boilers need a drain for the condensate which limits their location; remember this when considering remodelling the room containing the existing boiler even if the latter is to be retained for the time being (for example a kitchen makeover). Building Regulations apply to this work, so your local authority building control department should be informed, unless the installer is registered with a competent persons scheme{1}, and can therefore self-certify the work for Building Regulation compliance. Ask a qualified heating engineer to explain the options.
Solid wall insulation involves adding a layer of insulation to either the inside or the outside surface of the external walls, which reduces heat loss and lowers fuel bills. As it is more expensive than cavity wall insulation it is only recommended for walls without a cavity, or where for technical reasons a cavity cannot be filled. Internal insulation, known as dry-lining, is where a layer of insulation is fixed to the inside surface of external walls; this type of insulation is best applied when rooms require redecorating and can be installed by a competent DIY enthusiast. External solid wall insulation is the application of an insulant and a weather-protective finish to the outside of the wall. This may improve the look of the home, particularly where existing brickwork or rendering is poor, and will provide long-lasting weather protection. Further information can be obtained from the National Insulation Association (www.nationalinsulationassociation.org.uk). It should be noted that planning permission might be required.
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Nearest Jobcentre to Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB
This section shows where the nearest Job Centre is from Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB and directions from the TfL website.
London Bridge
Coburg House, 63-67 Newington Causeway, London SE1 6LS
Road Noise Levels at Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB
Data in this section shows the road noise levels at Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB. UK Health Security Agency talks about the health impacts of road noise on our lives.
Not on a major traffic route.
Air Quality Levels for Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB
'Southwark - Elephant and Castle' is the closest air quality measurement station to Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB. Public Health England gives a summary of why poor air quality impacts our lives.
Southwark - Elephant and Castle
Pollutant
Objective
2023
Nitrogen Dioxide
200 µg/m³ as a 1 hour mean, not to be exceeded more than 18 times a year
0✓
Nitrogen Dioxide
40 µg/m³ as an annual mean
20✓
Ozone
100 µg/m³ as an 8 hour mean, not to be exceeded more than 10 times a year
18✗
PM10 Particulate
40 µg/m³ as an annual mean
13✓
PM10 Particulate
50 µg/m³ as a 24 hour mean, not to be exceeded more than 35 times a year
0✓
PM2.5 Particulate
25 µg/m³ as an annual mean
8✓
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Nearest Green Spaces to Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB
Here are the closest public parks, playing fields, sports facilities, play areas and allotments to Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB. The Natural History Museum provides information on why green spaces are important to our health.
Distance to public parks, playing fields, sports facilities, play areas and allotments.
Space
Distance
Other Sports Facility
96 m
Surrey Square Park
97 m
Play Space
98 m
The Church of the Lord
130 m
Allotments Or Community Growing Spaces
456 m
Elevation above sea level for Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB
Height above sea level for Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB is listed here. The River Thames Scheme represents a new landscape-based approach to creating healthier, more resilient, and more sustainable communities.
4 m
Nearest Post Office to Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB
This section shows where the nearest Post Office is from Flat 4 Keston House, Kinglake Estate, London, SE17 2RB and its opening times.
Old Kent Road
Monday
9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday
9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday
9am - 5:30pm
Thursday
9am - 5:30pm
Friday
9am - 5:30pm
Saturday
10am - 2pm
Sunday
Closed