Energy Performance Certificate
16, Beacon Hill, Wickham Bishops
CM8 3EA
WITHAM
Current
B
88
Potential
B
90
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in WITHAM, CM8 3EA. The property offers 525m² (5651 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (88/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 £1307, comprising £947 for heating, £209 for hot water, and £151 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2015 for £880,000.
How Does 16, Beacon Hill Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 88/100, this WITHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1307 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 525m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.4 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 CM8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WITHAM
vs CM8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 88/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £707/year more than the WITHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 19 Dec 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
16, Beacon Hill
Wickham Bishops
CM8 3EA
WITHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
525.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
88 / 100
Potential: 90
CO₂ Emissions
4.4 tonnes/year
8 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
49 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Dec 2017
new dwelling
About WITHAM
WITHAM is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in WITHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £347 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM8 postcode district contains over 12100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£880,000
19 May 2015
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£947.0/yr
Hot Water
£209.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£151.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.21 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Great Totham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Howbridge Church of England Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Howbridge Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Maltings Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2015
Chipping Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2012
Heybridge Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Tiptree Heath Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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: 165 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) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
1 incidents (33%)
Vehicle crime
1 incidents (33%)
violent crime
1 incidents (33%)
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.