Energy Performance Certificate
3, Beech Avenue
CM7 5UD
BRAINTREE
Current
F
28
Potential
B
85
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£2,322
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£575
potential per year
This property costs approximately £522 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,747 annually.
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🏛️ BUS Grant
£7,500
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Loft Insulation
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in BRAINTREE, CM7 5UD. The property offers 87m² (936 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (28/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £2322, comprising £1392 for heating, £803 for hot water, and £127 for lighting. The property produces 10.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2020 for £150,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 20 Dec 2019
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 50 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
25.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 25% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
3, Beech Avenue
CM7 5UD
BRAINTREE
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
87.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
10.0 tonnes/year
116 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
687 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in BRAINTREE
BRAINTREE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CM7) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
£1392 /yr
Save £953/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£803 /yr
Save £732/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
25.0% low energy
£127 /yr
Save £62/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to B could add significant value.
£150,000
S
Jan 2020
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Tabor Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Great Bradfords Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Bocking Primary School
PrimaryLyons Hall School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
108 incidents (49%)
Anti-social behaviour
27 incidents (12%)
Theft
16 incidents (7%)
Drugs
14 incidents (6%)
Public order
14 incidents (6%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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