Energy Performance Certificate
2 Elmwood
CM21 9NL
SAWBRIDGEWORTH
Current
D
68
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in SAWBRIDGEWORTH, CM21 9NL. The property offers 96m² (1033 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1785, comprising £1309 for heating, £332 for hot water, and £144 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2023 for £480,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 2 Elmwood Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this SAWBRIDGEWORTH property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1785 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 96m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.6 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 CM21 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SAWBRIDGEWORTH
vs CM21
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1096/year more than the SAWBRIDGEWORTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 May 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
2 Elmwood
CM21 9NL
SAWBRIDGEWORTH
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
96.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
3.6 tonnes/year
37 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
211 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 May 2023
marketed sale
About SAWBRIDGEWORTH
SAWBRIDGEWORTH is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in SAWBRIDGEWORTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £620 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM21 postcode district contains over 3900 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the SAWBRIDGEWORTH area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£480,000
25 August 2023
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£335,000
8 April 2015
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 43.3% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1309.0/yr
Hot Water
£332.0/yr
Save £135/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£144.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
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 all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Fawbert and Barnard Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2009
Reedings Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Mandeville Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Leventhorpe
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2012
Sheering Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
High Wych Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Spellbrook CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Harlowbury Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 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.