Energy Performance Certificate
1 The Poplars, Great Hallingbury
CM22 7TU
BISHOP'S STORTFORD
Current
D
67
Potential
B
84
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BISHOP'S STORTFORD, CM22 7TU. The property offers 83m² (893 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1262, comprising £849 for heating, £279 for hot water, and £134 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does 1 The Poplars Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this BISHOP'S STORTFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1262 are approximately £538 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 CM22 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BISHOP'S STORTFORD
vs CM22
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £497/year more than the BISHOP'S STORTFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 May 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
1 The Poplars
Great Hallingbury
CM22 7TU
BISHOP'S STORTFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
83.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
67 / 100
Potential: 84
CO₂ Emissions
3.8 tonnes/year
45 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
175 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 May 2023
Stock condition survey
About BISHOP'S STORTFORD
BISHOP'S STORTFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BISHOP'S STORTFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The CM22 postcode district contains over 5000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BISHOP'S STORTFORD area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£849.0/yr
Save £147/yr
Hot Water
£279.0/yr
Save £103/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£134.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with external insulation
Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully triple glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (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
Thorn Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Summercroft Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Birchwood High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College
SecondaryHockerill Anglo-European College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
The Bishop's Stortford High School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery, Bishop's Stortford
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Little Hallingbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
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.