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โš ๏ธ High Energy Cost Property

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6 Keir Hardie House, Milford Road

RM16 2QP

GRAYS

Current

F

30

Potential

F

36

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

ยฃ1,879

estimated per year

UK Average

ยฃ1,800

per year

After Improvements

ยฃ1,681

potential per year

This property costs approximately ยฃ79 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to ยฃ198 annually.

โš–๏ธ Landlord Legal Compliance โ€” Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to ยฃ30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

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ยฃ7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a F rating โ€” saving up to ยฃ198 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced flat is located in GRAYS, RM16 2QP. The property offers 68mยฒ (732 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (30/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 ยฃ1879, comprising ยฃ1419 for heating, ยฃ326 for hot water, and ยฃ134 for lighting. The property produces 5.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to ยฃ30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
Current
G1-20

Current Rating

F(30 points)

Achievable Rating

F(36 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 29 Jul 2022

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

๐Ÿงฑ Walls

System built, with external insulation

Very Good

๐Ÿ—๏ธ Roof

(another dwelling above)

๐ŸชŸ Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

๐Ÿ“ฆ Floor

To unheated space, no insulation (assumed)

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heating

No system present: electric heaters assumed

Very Poor

๐Ÿšฟ Hot Water

NaN

Average

๐Ÿ’ก Lighting

0.0% low energy โ€” No low energy lighting

Very Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

6 Keir Hardie House

Milford Road

RM16 2QP

GRAYS

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

68.0 mยฒ

3.0 total rooms

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

5.3 tonnes/year

78 kg/mยฒ

๐Ÿ“Š

Energy Consumption

462 kWh/mยฒ/year

F-Rated Properties in GRAYS

GRAYS properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (RM16) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs โ€” Current vs Potential

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heating

No system present: electric heaters assumed

ยฃ1419 /yr

Save ยฃ131/yr with improvements

๐Ÿšฟ Hot Water

ยฃ326 /yr

๐Ÿ’ก Lighting

0.0% low energy

ยฃ134 /yr

Save ยฃ67/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Orsett Heath Academy

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขRM16 2QH

Last inspected: Oct 2023

โœ“Good

Deneholm Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขRM16 2SS

Last inspected: Sept 2023

โœ“Good

William Edwards School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขRM16 3NJ

Last inspected: May 2019

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Woodside Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขRM16 2GJ

Last inspected: Jul 2018

โœ“Good

Little Thurrock Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขRM17 5SW
?Not yet rated

Stifford Clays Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขRM16 2ST

Last inspected: Oct 2022

โœ“Good

The Hathaway Academy

Secondary
๐Ÿ“1 miles awayโ€ขRM17 5LL

Last inspected: Dec 2018

โœ“Good

St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1.1 miles awayโ€ขRM17 5RW

Last inspected: Jun 2023

โœ“Good

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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

โšก Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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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