Energy Performance Certificate
7 Oak Walk
SS5 5AR
HOCKLEY
Current
F
22
Potential
D
68
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£2,305
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,162
potential per year
This property costs approximately £505 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,143 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached bungalow is located in HOCKLEY, SS5 5AR. The property offers 53m² (570 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 (22/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (68/100). Underfloor heating provides even heat distribution and works particularly well with heat pumps due to the lower water temperatures required. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2305, comprising £2033 for heating, £213 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 5.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2025 for £363,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 13 Feb 2025
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.
🧱 Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Electric underfloor heating
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
7 Oak Walk
SS5 5AR
HOCKLEY
Property Type
Bungalow
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
53.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
5.0 tonnes/year
96 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
564 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in HOCKLEY
HOCKLEY properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (SS5) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Electric underfloor heating
£2033 /yr
Save £1060/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£213 /yr
Save £83/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£59 /yr
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to D could add significant value.
£363,000
S
Jul 2025
£300,000
S
Apr 2021
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Plumberow Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Greensward Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Hockley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Westerings Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Ashingdon Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
The King Edmund School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Holt Farm Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Holt Farm Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
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: 494 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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