Energy Performance Certificate
10, Valley Hill
IG10 3AE
LOUGHTON
Current
D
59
Potential
D
59
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in LOUGHTON, IG10 3AE. The property offers 127.8m² (1376 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1145, comprising £972 for heating, £100 for hot water, and £73 for lighting. The property produces 5.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 10, Valley Hill Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this LOUGHTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1145 are approximately £655 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 127.8m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the IG10 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LOUGHTON
vs IG10
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £392/year more than the LOUGHTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 11 Nov 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
10, Valley Hill
IG10 3AE
LOUGHTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
127.8 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
59 / 100
Potential: 59
CO₂ Emissions
5.5 tonnes/year
43 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
263 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Nov 2010
marketed sale
About LOUGHTON
LOUGHTON is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in LOUGHTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £219 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The IG10 postcode district contains over 10400 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LOUGHTON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£972.0/yr
Hot Water
£100.0/yr
Lighting
94.0% low energy
£73.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 94% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
White Bridge Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Roding Valley High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
The Alderton Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
The Alderton Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Staples Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Buckhurst Hill Community Primary School
PrimarySt John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Buckhurst Hill
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Thomas Willingale Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
50 incidents (38%)
Drugs
13 incidents (10%)
Vehicle crime
13 incidents (10%)
Shoplifting
12 incidents (9%)
Anti-social behaviour
11 incidents (8%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.
Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.
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.