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36c Castle Lane

SS7 2AF

BENFLEET

Current

D

63

Potential

D

65

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BENFLEET, SS7 2AF. The property offers 60m² (646 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £1658, comprising £915 for heating, £632 for hot water, and £111 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low 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 36c Castle Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this BENFLEET property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1658 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 60m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 SS7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property63
Average60
+5% better
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vs BENFLEET

This property63
Average58
+9% better
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vs SS7

This property63
Average56
+13% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £853/year more than the BENFLEET 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(63 points)

Potential Rating

D(65 points)

Based on assessment dated 22 Sept 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

36c Castle Lane

SS7 2AF

BENFLEET

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

60.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

63 / 100

Potential: 65

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

39 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

231 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Sept 2023

rental

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About BENFLEET

BENFLEET is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BENFLEET have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). The SS7 postcode district contains over 14300 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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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, electric

£915.0/yr

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Hot Water

£632.0/yr

Save £99/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£111.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very 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

Boiler and radiators, electric

Very Poor

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

Hadleigh Junior School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySS7 2DQ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySS7 2HQ

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Westwood Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySS7 2SU

Last inspected: Dec 2017

Outstanding

The King John School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awaySS7 1RQ

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

The Deanes

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awaySS7 2TD

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Belfairs Academy

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awaySS9 3TG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Thundersley Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awaySS7 3PT

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Fairways Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awaySS9 4QW

Last inspected: Jul 2023

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: 321 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:321 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:48 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Low Crime49 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

23 incidents (47%)

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Anti-social behaviour

6 incidents (12%)

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Criminal damage

5 incidents (10%)

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Shoplifting

5 incidents (10%)

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Public order

3 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. 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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