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Energy Performance Certificate

133, Elderberry Gardens

CM8 2PY

WITHAM

Current

C

72

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in WITHAM, CM8 2PY. The property offers 36m² (388 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £467, comprising £259 for heating, £177 for hot water, and £31 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2021 for £140,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 133, Elderberry Gardens Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this WITHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £467 are approximately £1333 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 36m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.8 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CM8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs WITHAM

This property72
Average65
+11% better
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vs CM8

This property72
Average64
+13% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £133/year less than the WITHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 7 Oct 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

133, Elderberry Gardens

CM8 2PY

WITHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

36.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

1.8 tonnes/year

51 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

303 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Oct 2019

rental (private)

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About WITHAM

WITHAM is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in WITHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). Heating costs are £341 below the WITHAM average, offering good value. The CM8 postcode district contains over 12100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£140,000

1 June 2021

Type: Flat

+£32,500(+30.2%)

vs previous sale

£107,500

5 February 2015

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 30.2% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£259.0/yr

Save £84/yr

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Hot Water

£177.0/yr

Save £29/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£31.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Current Costs
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Templars Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCM8 2NJ

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Elm Hall Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCM8 2SD
?Not yet rated

New Rickstones Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayCM8 2SD

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Acorn Academy

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayCM8 1NA
?Not yet rated

Powers Hall Academy

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayCM8 1NA

Last inspected: Dec 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

Rivenhall Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayCM8 3PQ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Maltings Academy

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayCM8 1EP

Last inspected: Mar 2015

Outstanding

Howbridge Infant School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayCM8 1DJ

Last inspected: Apr 2023

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: 348 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:348 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:139 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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