Energy Performance Certificate
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SS5 4LS
HOCKLEY
Current
C
75
Potential
B
84
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in HOCKLEY, SS5 4LS. The property offers 147m² (1582 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £835, comprising £629 for heating, £101 for hot water, and £105 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2025 for £790,000.
How Does 1 Read Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this HOCKLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £835 are approximately £965 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 147m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.8 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 SS5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HOCKLEY
vs SS5
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: £10/year more than the HOCKLEY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 29 Oct 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
1 Read Close
SS5 4LS
HOCKLEY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
147.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
75 / 100
Potential: 84
CO₂ Emissions
3.8 tonnes/year
26 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
148 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
29 Oct 2022
marketed sale
About HOCKLEY
HOCKLEY is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in HOCKLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The SS5 postcode district contains over 6100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£790,000
RECENT22 July 2025
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£629.0/yr
Save £55/yr
Hot Water
£101.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£105.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, insulated at rafters
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 →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Westerings Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Greensward Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Holt Farm Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Holt Farm Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Plumberow Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
The King Edmund School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Hockley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
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: 500 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.