Energy Performance Certificate
153, Benfleet Road
SS7 1QG
BENFLEET
Current
C
73
Potential
C
77
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BENFLEET, SS7 1QG. The property offers 305m² (3283 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1621, comprising £1340 for heating, £140 for hot water, and £141 for lighting. The property produces 8.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2019 for £1,100,000.
How Does 153, Benfleet Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this BENFLEET property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1621 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 305m², 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 SS7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BENFLEET
vs SS7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £816/year more than the BENFLEET average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 21 Jun 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
153, Benfleet Road
SS7 1QG
BENFLEET
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
305.0 m²
10.0 total rooms
10.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 77
CO₂ Emissions
8.0 tonnes/year
26 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
148 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Jun 2019
marketed sale
About BENFLEET
BENFLEET is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BENFLEET have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £535 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SS7 postcode district contains over 14300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£1,100,000
5 November 2019
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1340.0/yr
Hot Water
£140.0/yr
Lighting
97.0% low energy
£141.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
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 97% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The King John School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
Westwood Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2017
Hadleigh Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Thundersley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
The Deanes
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Kingston Primary School
PrimarySouth Benfleet Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
22 incidents (46%)
Shoplifting
6 incidents (13%)
Anti-social behaviour
4 incidents (8%)
Criminal damage
4 incidents (8%)
Public order
4 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.