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48 HERIOT WAY, GREAT TOTHAM

CM9 8BW

GREAT TOTHAM

Current

D

59

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in GREAT TOTHAM, CM9 8BW. The property offers 52m² (560 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £900, comprising £665 for heating, £166 for hot water, and £69 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 48 HERIOT WAY Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this GREAT TOTHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £900 are approximately £900 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 52m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.8 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 CM9 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs GREAT TOTHAM

This property59
Average56
+5% better
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vs CM9

This property59
Average60
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £43/year more than the GREAT TOTHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 17 Feb 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

48 HERIOT WAY

GREAT TOTHAM

CM9 8BW

GREAT TOTHAM

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Property Type

House

Enclosed Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

52.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

3.8 tonnes/year

74 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

440 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Feb 2021

rental

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About GREAT TOTHAM

GREAT TOTHAM is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in GREAT TOTHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 56/100). The CM9 postcode district contains over 11600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£665.0/yr

Save £66/yr

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Hot Water

£166.0/yr

Save £74/yr

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Lighting

57.0% low energy

£69.0/yr

Save £21/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 57% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Great Totham Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCM9 8PN

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Heybridge Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayCM9 4TU

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Howbridge Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayCM8 1BZ

Last inspected: Dec 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

Howbridge Infant School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayCM8 1DJ

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayCM8 1DX

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Chipping Hill Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayCM8 1FR

Last inspected: Mar 2012

Outstanding

St Francis Catholic Primary School, Maldon

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayCM9 6HN

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Maltings Academy

Secondary
📍2.9 miles awayCM8 1EP

Last inspected: Mar 2015

Outstanding

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 398 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:398 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:159 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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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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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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