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Energy Performance Certificate

14, Linum Road

CO7 7HS

Elmstead Market

Current

B

86

Potential

A

94

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in Elmstead Market, CO7 7HS. The property offers 112m² (1206 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (86/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (94/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £1009, comprising £671 for heating, £179 for hot water, and £159 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 14 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 86/100, this Elmstead Market property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1009 are approximately £791 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 112m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.4 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 CO7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property86
Average60
+43% better
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vs Elmstead Market

This property86
Average84
+2% better
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vs CO7

This property86
Average60
+43% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 86/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £626/year more than the Elmstead Market average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(86 points)

Potential Rating

A(94 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 Sept 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

14

Linum Road

CO7 7HS

Elmstead Market

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

2023

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Floor Area

112.0

NaN total rooms

NaN 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

86 / 100

Potential: 94

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CO₂ Emissions

1.4 tonnes/year

13 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

75 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Sept 2023

new dwelling

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About Elmstead Market

Elmstead Market is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in Elmstead Market have an average EPC rating of B (score 84/100). Heating costs are £288 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CO7 postcode district contains over 11900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£671.0/yr

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Hot Water

£179.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£159.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.24 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.10 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Average

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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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

Elmstead Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayCO7 7YQ
?Not yet rated

Alresford Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayCO7 8AU

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St George's Church of England Primary School, Great Bromley

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayCO7 7HX

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Millfields Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayCO7 9RD

Last inspected: Nov 2014

Outstanding

Broomgrove Infant School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayCO7 9QB

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Broomgrove Junior School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayCO7 9QB

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Great Bentley Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayCO7 8LD
?Not yet rated

St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, Rowhedge

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayCO5 7HR

Last inspected: Feb 2019

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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