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Energy Performance Certificate

2a High Road

SS5 4SX

HOCKLEY

Current

C

74

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in HOCKLEY, SS5 4SX. The property offers 182m² (1959 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), 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. 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 £1581, comprising £1264 for heating, £215 for hot water, and £102 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2017 for £605,000.

How Does 2a High Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this HOCKLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1581 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 182m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.3 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 SS5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs HOCKLEY

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs SS5

This property74
Average60
+23% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £756/year more than the HOCKLEY 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(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 7 Jul 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

2a High Road

SS5 4SX

HOCKLEY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

182.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

4.3 tonnes/year

24 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

131 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Jul 2025

marketed sale

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About HOCKLEY

HOCKLEY is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in HOCKLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £439 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SS5 postcode district contains over 6100 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£605,000

31 January 2017

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1264.0/yr

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Hot Water

£215.0/yr

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Lighting

95.0% low energy

£102.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, 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

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Hockley Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySS5 4UR

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Outstanding

Westerings Primary Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awaySS5 4NZ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Edward Francis Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awaySS6 8AJ

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Plumberow Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.3 miles awaySS5 5BX

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

The FitzWimarc School

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awaySS6 8EB

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Down Hall Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awaySS6 9LW

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Grove Wood Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awaySS6 8UA

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Outstanding

Greensward Academy

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awaySS5 5HG

Last inspected: Feb 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: 468 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:468 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:187 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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