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22, College Close

RM17 5UP

GRAYS

Current

C

72

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in GRAYS, RM17 5UP. The property offers 54m² (581 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), 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 £494, comprising £313 for heating, £81 for hot water, and £100 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2022 for £200,000.

How Does 22, College Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this GRAYS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £494 are approximately £1306 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 54m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.8 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 RM17 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs GRAYS

This property72
Average63
+14% better
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vs RM17

This property72
Average60
+20% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £80/year less than the GRAYS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 4 Sept 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

22, College Close

RM17 5UP

GRAYS

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

54.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

1.8 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

197 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Sept 2020

marketed sale

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About GRAYS

GRAYS is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in GRAYS have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £261 below the GRAYS average, offering good value. The RM17 postcode district contains over 9600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£200,000

1 March 2022

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£313.0/yr

Save £46/yr

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Hot Water

£81.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£100.0/yr

Save £50/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Quarry Hill Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayRM17 5UT

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Outstanding

Grays Convent High School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayRM17 5UX

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Little Thurrock Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayRM17 5SW
?Not yet rated

St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayRM17 5RW

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

The Hathaway Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayRM17 5LL

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Thameside Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayRM17 6EF

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Thames Park Secondary School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayRM17 5FP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Deneholm Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayRM16 2SS

Last inspected: Sept 2023

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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