Energy Performance Certificate
42, Arnold Road
CO15 1DF
CLACTON-ON-SEA
Current
E
53
Potential
C
77
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£2,118
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,276
potential per year
This property costs approximately £318 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £842 annually.
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C — saving up to £842/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in CLACTON-ON-SEA, CO15 1DF. The property offers 182m² (1959 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property has an EPC rating of E (53/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £2118, comprising £1816 for heating, £125 for hot water, and £177 for lighting. The property produces 9.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2015 for £305,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 5 May 2016
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
42, Arnold Road
CO15 1DF
CLACTON-ON-SEA
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
182.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
9.8 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
305 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in CLACTON-ON-SEA
CLACTON-ON-SEA has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1816 /yr
Save £754/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£125 /yr
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£177 /yr
Save £89/yr
💷 Sales History
Improving from E to C typically adds 3–5% per band to property value.
£305,000
D
Aug 2015
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Alton Park Junior School
PrimaryOakwood Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Clacton Coastal Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
St Clare's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
White Hall Academy and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Ravens Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Clacton County High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Sir Martin Frobisher Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 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: 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
191 incidents (48%)
Anti-social behaviour
40 incidents (10%)
Criminal damage
31 incidents (8%)
Vehicle crime
27 incidents (7%)
Shoplifting
25 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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