Energy Performance Certificate
6, Graynes Close
CM7 2AX
BRAINTREE
Current
C
79
Potential
B
89
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BRAINTREE, CM7 2AX. The property offers 85m² (915 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £501, comprising £375 for heating, £70 for hot water, and £56 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2020 for £345,000.
How Does 6, Graynes Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this BRAINTREE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £501 are approximately £1299 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.8 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CM7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRAINTREE
vs CM7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £180/year less than the BRAINTREE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 13 Aug 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
6, Graynes Close
CM7 2AX
BRAINTREE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
85.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 89
CO₂ Emissions
1.8 tonnes/year
21 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
110 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 Aug 2014
marketed sale
About BRAINTREE
BRAINTREE is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BRAINTREE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £306 below the BRAINTREE average, offering good value. The CM7 postcode district contains over 17300 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
£345,000
17 July 2020
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£375.0/yr
Hot Water
£70.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£56.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated (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
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Tabor Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Notley Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
John Ray Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
John Ray Infant School
PrimaryLast 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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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.