Energy Performance Certificate
120 Springwater Road
SS9 5BW
LEIGH-ON-SEA
Current
D
63
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in LEIGH-ON-SEA, SS9 5BW. The property offers 109m² (1173 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2371, comprising £1864 for heating, £348 for hot water, and £159 for lighting. The property produces 4.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2024 for £390,000.
How Does 120 Springwater Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this LEIGH-ON-SEA property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2371 annually are £571 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. The 109m² 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 SS9 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LEIGH-ON-SEA
vs SS9
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1549/year more than the LEIGH-ON-SEA average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Jul 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
120 Springwater Road
SS9 5BW
LEIGH-ON-SEA
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
109.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
63 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
4.6 tonnes/year
42 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
241 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Jul 2023
marketed sale
About LEIGH-ON-SEA
LEIGH-ON-SEA is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in LEIGH-ON-SEA have an average EPC rating of D (score 56/100). Heating costs are £1042 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SS9 postcode district contains over 16200 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LEIGH-ON-SEA area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£390,000
20 February 2024
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1864.0/yr
Save £798/yr
Hot Water
£348.0/yr
Save £140/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£159.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, 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
Edwards Hall Primary School
PrimaryGrove Wood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Wyburns Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Fairways Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Eastwood Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
The Eastwood Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
The FitzWimarc School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Edward Francis Primary School
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
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
24 incidents (38%)
Theft
8 incidents (13%)
Public order
8 incidents (13%)
Burglary
6 incidents (9%)
Vehicle crime
5 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.
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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.