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14 Cherry Close

SS8 9HT

CANVEY ISLAND

Current

C

71

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in CANVEY ISLAND, SS8 9HT. The property offers 84m² (904 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. 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 (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal 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 £1148, comprising £859 for heating, £177 for hot water, and £112 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 14 Cherry Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this CANVEY ISLAND property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1148 are approximately £652 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.8 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 SS8 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 CANVEY ISLAND

This property71
Average57
+25% better
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vs SS8

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: £416/year more than the CANVEY ISLAND 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(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 May 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

14 Cherry Close

SS8 9HT

CANVEY ISLAND

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

84.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

33 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

187 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 May 2024

rental

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About CANVEY ISLAND

CANVEY ISLAND is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in CANVEY ISLAND have an average EPC rating of D (score 57/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The SS8 postcode district contains over 11000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CANVEY ISLAND area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£859.0/yr

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Hot Water

£177.0/yr

Save £58/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£112.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The Cornelius Vermuyden School

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awaySS8 9QS

Last inspected: Dec 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

Northwick Park Primary and Nursery Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySS8 9SU

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySS8 0JG

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Canvey Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySS8 0JG

Last inspected: Sept 2010

Outstanding

William Read Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySS8 0JE
?Not yet rated

St Katherine's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySS8 9QA

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Winter Gardens Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySS8 9QA

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySS8 9DP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

?Special Measures

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime194 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

77 incidents (40%)

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Anti-social behaviour

42 incidents (22%)

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Criminal damage

26 incidents (13%)

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Theft

10 incidents (5%)

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Public order

8 incidents (4%)

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.

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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