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12 ST JOHNS GARDENS, CLACTON ON SEA

CO15 4DQ

CLACTON ON SEA

Current

C

71

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in CLACTON ON SEA, CO15 4DQ. The property offers 92m² (990 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). 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. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £741, comprising £476 for heating, £112 for hot water, and £153 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2021 for £280,000.

How Does 12 ST JOHNS GARDENS Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this CLACTON ON SEA property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £741 are approximately £1059 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 92m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 CO15 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs CLACTON ON SEA

This property71
Average59
+20% better
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vs CO15

This property71
Average55
+29% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £74/year more than the CLACTON ON SEA average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Jan 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

12 ST JOHNS GARDENS

CLACTON ON SEA

CO15 4DQ

CLACTON ON SEA

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

92.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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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

71 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

33 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

186 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Jan 2021

marketed sale

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About CLACTON ON SEA

CLACTON ON SEA is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in CLACTON ON SEA have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The CO15 postcode district contains over 18000 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£280,000

23 April 2021

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£476.0/yr

Save £101/yr

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Hot Water

£112.0/yr

Save £43/yr

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Lighting

22.0% low energy

£153.0/yr

Save £67/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 22% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

White Hall Academy and Nursery

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCO15 3SP

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Great Clacton Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCO15 4HR

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Burrsville Infant Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCO15 4HR

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Cann Hall Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCO16 8DA

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Clacton Coastal Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayCO15 3JL

Last inspected: Apr 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Clacton County High School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayCO15 6DZ

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Holland Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCO15 6NG
?Not yet rated

St Clare's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayCO16 8AG

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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.

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.

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