Energy Performance Certificate
108, Wickham Crescent
CM7 3BY
BRAINTREE
Current
C
75
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in BRAINTREE, CM7 3BY. The property offers 46m² (495 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 £431, comprising £236 for heating, £128 for hot water, and £67 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 108, Wickham Crescent Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this BRAINTREE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £431 are approximately £1369 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 46m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.4 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 CM7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRAINTREE
vs CM7
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: £250/year less than the BRAINTREE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 31 Dec 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
108, Wickham Crescent
CM7 3BY
BRAINTREE
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
46.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
75 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
53 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
316 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
31 Dec 2015
rental (private)
About BRAINTREE
BRAINTREE is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BRAINTREE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £445 below the BRAINTREE average, offering good value. The CM7 postcode district contains over 17300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£236.0/yr
Save £42/yr
Hot Water
£128.0/yr
Lighting
33.0% low energy
£67.0/yr
Save £27/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Great Bradfords Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Alec Hunter Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
John Ray Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
John Ray Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Beckers Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 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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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.