Energy Performance Certificate
18 THE CROFT, ELSENHAM
CM22 6LU
ELSENHAM
Current
D
55
Potential
A
93
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in ELSENHAM, CM22 6LU. The property offers 34m² (366 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (93/100). 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 £794, comprising £595 for heating, £167 for hot water, and £32 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2021 for £185,000. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does 18 THE CROFT Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this ELSENHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £794 are approximately £1006 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 34m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.9 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 CM22 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ELSENHAM
vs CM22
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £352/year more than the ELSENHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 25 Mar 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
18 THE CROFT
ELSENHAM
CM22 6LU
ELSENHAM
Property Type
House
Enclosed End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
34.0 m²
1.0 total rooms
1.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 93
CO₂ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
84 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
499 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
25 Mar 2021
rental
About ELSENHAM
ELSENHAM is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in ELSENHAM have an average EPC rating of B (score 81/100). There is potential to improve this property's energy efficiency to match local standards. The CM22 postcode district contains over 5000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£185,000
5 February 2021
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£595.0/yr
Save £255/yr
Hot Water
£167.0/yr
Save £83/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£32.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Henham and Ugley Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Magna Carta Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Bentfield Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
Forest Hall School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
St Mary's CofE Foundation Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Rickling Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Birchanger Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
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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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.