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24 ORCHARD MEAD, LEIGH-ON-SEA

SS9 4LW

LEIGH-ON-SEA

Current

C

71

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in LEIGH-ON-SEA, SS9 4LW. The property offers 52m² (560 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 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. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £643, comprising £420 for heating, £170 for hot water, and £53 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2023 for £195,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 24 ORCHARD MEAD Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this LEIGH-ON-SEA property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £643 are approximately £1157 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 52m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.1 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 SS9 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs LEIGH-ON-SEA

This property71
Average56
+27% better
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vs SS9

This property71
Average55
+29% better

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: £179/year less than the LEIGH-ON-SEA 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(71 points)

Potential Rating

C(75 points)

Based on assessment dated 8 Apr 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

24 ORCHARD MEAD

LEIGH-ON-SEA

SS9 4LW

LEIGH-ON-SEA

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

52.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

59 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

348 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Apr 2021

marketed sale

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About LEIGH-ON-SEA

LEIGH-ON-SEA is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in LEIGH-ON-SEA have an average EPC rating of D (score 56/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £402 below the LEIGH-ON-SEA average, offering good value. The SS9 postcode district contains over 16200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£195,000

2 March 2023

Type: Flat

£7,500(-3.7%)

vs previous sale

£202,500

21 August 2019

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£420.0/yr

Save £97/yr

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Hot Water

£170.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£53.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Blenheim Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySS9 4HX

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Outstanding

The Eastwood Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awaySS9 5UU

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Outstanding

Eastwood Primary School & Nursery

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySS9 5UT

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Fairways Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySS9 4QW

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

St Thomas More High School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awaySS0 0BW

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

Westcliff High School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awaySS0 0BS
?Not yet rated

Westcliff High School for Boys Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awaySS0 0BP
?Not yet rated

Darlinghurst Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySS9 3JS

Last inspected: Jun 2019

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: 368 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:368 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:147 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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