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29 Herbert Grove

SS1 2AT

SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

Current

D

60

Potential

D

60

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2AT. The property offers 166.5m² (1792 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (60/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 £1341, comprising £1100 for heating, £157 for hot water, and £84 for lighting. The property produces 7.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. 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 29 Herbert Grove Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 60/100, this SOUTHEND-ON-SEA property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1341 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 166.5m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SS1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property60
Average60
At average
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vs SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

This property60
Average59
+2% better
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vs SS1

This property60
Average56
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 60/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £646/year more than the SOUTHEND-ON-SEA average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(60 points)

Potential Rating

D(60 points)

Based on assessment dated 4 Mar 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

29 Herbert Grove

SS1 2AT

SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

166.5

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

60 / 100

Potential: 60

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CO₂ Emissions

7.0 tonnes/year

46 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

277 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Mar 2011

rental (social)

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About SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

SOUTHEND-ON-SEA is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in SOUTHEND-ON-SEA have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). Heating costs are £405 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SS1 postcode district contains over 11500 registered properties. Like many SOUTHEND-ON-SEA properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1100.0/yr

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Hot Water

£157.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£84.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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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

Porters Grange Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySS1 2NS

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySS1 2RF

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Barons Court Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySS0 7PJ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

St Helen's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySS0 7AY

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

St Mary's, Prittlewell, CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySS2 6JH

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Bournemouth Park Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySS2 5JN

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

St Bernard's High School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awaySS0 7JS

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Milton Hall Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.9 miles awaySS0 7AU

Last inspected: Oct 2018

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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