Energy Performance Certificate
6, Plymouth Road, Chafford Hundred
RM16 6BN
GRAYS
Current
D
68
Potential
C
72
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced maisonette is located in GRAYS, RM16 6BN. The property offers 57mยฒ (614 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (72/100). 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 ยฃ546, comprising ยฃ362 for heating, ยฃ132 for hot water, and ยฃ52 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2024 for ยฃ270,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 6, Plymouth Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this GRAYS property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ546 are approximately ยฃ1254 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 57mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. At 2.3 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 RM16 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs GRAYS
vs RM16
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ28/year less than the GRAYS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Feb 2018
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Property Information
Full Address
6, Plymouth Road
Chafford Hundred
RM16 6BN
GRAYS
Property Type
Maisonette
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
57.0 mยฒ
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 72
COโ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
40 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
229 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
24 Feb 2018
marketed sale
About GRAYS
GRAYS is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in GRAYS have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are ยฃ212 below the GRAYS average, offering good value. The RM16 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
ยฃ270,000
11 December 2024
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
ยฃ265,000
3 March 2023
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
ยฃ235,000
12 July 2018
Type: Flat
Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 14.9% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ362.0/yr
Save ยฃ31/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ132.0/yr
Save ยฃ29/yr
Lighting
88.0% low energy
ยฃ52.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
To unheated space, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 88% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights โNearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Harris Academy Chafford Hundred
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2011
Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Harris Primary Academy Mayflower
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2017
Warren Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
West Thurrock Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Belmont Castle Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2021
Tudor Court Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Thames Park Secondary School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 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: 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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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.
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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.