Energy Performance Certificate
1 SMUGGLERS CLOSE
SS5 6BZ
HULLBRIDGE
Current
B
83
Potential
A
95
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in HULLBRIDGE, SS5 6BZ. The property offers 79m² (850 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (95/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £363, comprising £226 for heating, £71 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 1.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 1 SMUGGLERS CLOSE Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this HULLBRIDGE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £363 are approximately £1437 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.3 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 SS5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HULLBRIDGE
vs SS5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £66/year less than the HULLBRIDGE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 11 Mar 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
1 SMUGGLERS CLOSE
SS5 6BZ
HULLBRIDGE
Property Type
House
Detached
Floor Area
79.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
83 / 100
Potential: 95
CO₂ Emissions
1.3 tonnes/year
16 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
92 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Mar 2021
new dwelling
About HULLBRIDGE
HULLBRIDGE is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in HULLBRIDGE have an average EPC rating of C (score 74/100). Heating costs are £203 below the HULLBRIDGE average, offering good value. The SS5 postcode district contains over 6100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£226.0/yr
Hot Water
£71.0/yr
Save £28/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£66.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.27 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Riverside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Collingwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2021
Elmwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Trinity St Mary's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Woodham Ferrers
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
William de Ferrers School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Woodville Primary School
PrimarySt Nicholas Church of England Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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.