Energy Performance Certificate
5 Sudbury Close
SS5 4EX
HOCKLEY
Current
D
60
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in HOCKLEY, SS5 4EX. The property offers 46m² (495 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (60/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £857, comprising £615 for heating, £199 for hot water, and £43 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2023 for £194,500, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 5 Sudbury Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 60/100, this HOCKLEY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £857 are approximately £943 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 46m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.9 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 SS5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HOCKLEY
vs SS5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 60/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £32/year more than the HOCKLEY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 2 Nov 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
5 Sudbury Close
SS5 4EX
HOCKLEY
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
46.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
60 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
62 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
365 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
2 Nov 2022
marketed sale
About HOCKLEY
HOCKLEY is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in HOCKLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £210 below the HOCKLEY average, offering good value. The SS5 postcode district contains over 6100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£194,500
25 August 2023
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
£145,000
29 June 2016
Type: Flat
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 34.1% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£615.0/yr
Save £319/yr
Hot Water
£199.0/yr
Save £41/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£43.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (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
Westerings Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Greensward Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Plumberow Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Hockley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Holt Farm Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Holt Farm Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
The King Edmund School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Shoplifting
5 incidents (20%)
Anti-social behaviour
4 incidents (16%)
Criminal damage
3 incidents (12%)
Theft
3 incidents (12%)
Vehicle crime
3 incidents (12%)
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.
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.