Energy Performance Certificate
39 Leywood Close
CM7 3NP
BRAINTREE
Current
B
81
Potential
B
90
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in BRAINTREE, CM7 3NP. The property offers 144m² (1550 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £894, comprising £481 for heating, £287 for hot water, and £126 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 39 Leywood Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this BRAINTREE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £894 are approximately £906 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 144m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (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 CM7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRAINTREE
vs CM7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £213/year more than the BRAINTREE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 13 Feb 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
39 Leywood Close
CM7 3NP
BRAINTREE
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
144.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
81 / 100
Potential: 90
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
16 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
93 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 Feb 2023
rental
About BRAINTREE
BRAINTREE is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BRAINTREE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The CM7 postcode district contains over 17300 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
£481.0/yr
Hot Water
£287.0/yr
Save £98/yr
Lighting
85.0% low energy
£126.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 85% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Beckers Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Alec Hunter Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Lyons Hall School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Great Bradfords Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
John Ray Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
John Ray Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
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: 494 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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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.