Energy Performance Certificate
13, The Avenue
CM7 3HY
BRAINTREE
Current
D
55
Potential
D
55
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BRAINTREE, CM7 3HY. The property offers 156.65m² (1686 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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, 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 £1542, comprising £1373 for heating, £91 for hot water, and £78 for lighting. The property produces 8.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2020 for £470,000.
How Does 13, The Avenue Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this BRAINTREE property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1542 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 156.65m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
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 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £861/year more than the BRAINTREE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 17 Feb 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
13, The Avenue
CM7 3HY
BRAINTREE
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
156.65 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 55
CO₂ Emissions
8.0 tonnes/year
51 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
263 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Feb 2012
marketed sale
About BRAINTREE
BRAINTREE is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BRAINTREE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £692 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM7 postcode district contains over 17300 registered properties. Like many BRAINTREE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£470,000
21 December 2020
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1373.0/yr
Hot Water
£91.0/yr
Lighting
83.0% low energy
£78.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Some double glazing
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Great Bradfords Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Tabor Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
John Ray Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
John Ray Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
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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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.