Energy Performance Certificate
42 Perry Road
SS7 5DL
BENFLEET
Current
C
71
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BENFLEET, SS7 5DL. The property offers 178m² (1916 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). 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 pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1639, comprising £1295 for heating, £187 for hot water, and £157 for lighting. The property produces 5.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2025 for £575,000.
How Does 42 Perry Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this BENFLEET property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1639 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 178m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BENFLEET
vs SS7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £834/year more than the BENFLEET average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Mar 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
42 Perry Road
SS7 5DL
BENFLEET
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
178.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
5.4 tonnes/year
30 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
171 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Mar 2025
marketed sale
About BENFLEET
BENFLEET is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BENFLEET have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £490 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SS7 postcode district contains over 14300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BENFLEET area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£575,000
RECENT26 September 2025
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1295.0/yr
Save £210/yr
Hot Water
£187.0/yr
Save £64/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£157.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (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
Jotmans Hall Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
South Benfleet Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
The Appleton School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Kents Hill Infant Academy
PrimaryKents Hill Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Margaret's Church of England Academy, Bowers Gifford
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Woodham Ley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 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: 165 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.