Energy Performance Certificate
10 MELCOMBE ROAD
SS7 5NB
South Benfleet
Current
C
80
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in South Benfleet, SS7 5NB. The property offers 176m² (1894 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £744, comprising £518 for heating, £115 for hot water, and £111 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 10 MELCOMBE ROAD Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this South Benfleet property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £744 are approximately £1056 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 176m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.2 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 SS7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs South Benfleet
vs SS7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £106/year less than the South Benfleet average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Feb 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
10 MELCOMBE ROAD
SS7 5NB
South Benfleet
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
176.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
80 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
3.2 tonnes/year
18 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
104 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Feb 2021
marketed sale
About South Benfleet
South Benfleet is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in South Benfleet have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £332 below the South Benfleet average, offering good value. The SS7 postcode district contains over 14300 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£518.0/yr
Hot Water
£115.0/yr
Save £47/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£111.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, 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
South Benfleet Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Kents Hill Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Kents Hill Infant Academy
PrimaryHoly Family Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Jotmans Hall Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
The Appleton School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Kingston Primary School
PrimaryThe Robert Drake 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: 253 Mbps
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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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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.