Energy Performance Certificate
23, Wainwright Avenue
CM77 7LJ
BRAINTREE
Current
C
71
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BRAINTREE, CM77 7LJ. The property offers 88m² (947 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £694, comprising £466 for heating, £146 for hot water, and £82 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 23, Wainwright Avenue Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this BRAINTREE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £694 are approximately £1106 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 88m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 CM77 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRAINTREE
vs CM77
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £13/year more than the BRAINTREE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 3 Sept 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
23, Wainwright Avenue
CM77 7LJ
BRAINTREE
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
88.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
3.0 tonnes/year
34 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
192 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Sept 2020
marketed sale
About BRAINTREE
BRAINTREE is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BRAINTREE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £215 below the BRAINTREE average, offering good value. The CM77 postcode district contains over 4500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£466.0/yr
Save £37/yr
Hot Water
£146.0/yr
Save £73/yr
Lighting
90.0% low energy
£82.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Notley Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
White Court School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
John Ray Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
John Ray Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Tabor Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
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
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
28 incidents (35%)
Anti-social behaviour
23 incidents (29%)
Criminal damage
8 incidents (10%)
Theft
7 incidents (9%)
Public order
4 incidents (5%)
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.