Energy Performance Certificate
39 Rushmoor Drive
CM7 1TW
BRAINTREE
Current
C
73
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BRAINTREE, CM7 1TW. The property offers 83m² (893 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). 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 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 £1418, comprising £946 for heating, £332 for hot water, and £140 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2015 for £275,000.
How Does 39 Rushmoor Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this BRAINTREE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1418 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 2.6 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 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £737/year more than the BRAINTREE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 1 Sept 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
39 Rushmoor Drive
CM7 1TW
BRAINTREE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
83.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
32 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
181 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Sept 2023
marketed sale
About BRAINTREE
BRAINTREE is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BRAINTREE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £265 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM7 postcode district contains over 17300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£275,000
24 September 2015
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£946.0/yr
Save £91/yr
Hot Water
£332.0/yr
Save £153/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£140.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Alec Hunter Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
John Ray Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
John Ray Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Beckers Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Great Bradfords Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Lyons 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
96 incidents (47%)
Theft
23 incidents (11%)
Anti-social behaviour
18 incidents (9%)
Public order
12 incidents (6%)
Shoplifting
12 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.
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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.