Energy Performance Certificate
4, Borders Walk
IG10 3FN
LOUGHTON
Current
C
74
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in LOUGHTON, IG10 3FN. The property offers 72m² (775 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £643, comprising £366 for heating, £215 for hot water, and £62 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2015 for £285,000.
How Does 4, Borders Walk Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this LOUGHTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £643 are approximately £1157 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.4 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 IG10 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LOUGHTON
vs IG10
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: £110/year less than the LOUGHTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 Jun 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
4, Borders Walk
IG10 3FN
LOUGHTON
Property Type
Flat
Enclosed End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
72.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
196 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Jun 2020
rental (private)
About LOUGHTON
LOUGHTON is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in LOUGHTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £387 below the LOUGHTON average, offering good value. The IG10 postcode district contains over 10400 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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Property Sale History
£285,000
1 June 2015
Type: Flat
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£366.0/yr
Save £120/yr
Hot Water
£215.0/yr
Save £21/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£62.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (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
The Alderton Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
The Alderton Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Thomas Willingale Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
PrimaryRoding Valley High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Staples Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Debden Park High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2017
Hereward Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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: 277 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
54 incidents (29%)
Shoplifting
32 incidents (17%)
Anti-social behaviour
19 incidents (10%)
Criminal damage
19 incidents (10%)
Drugs
16 incidents (9%)
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.