Energy Performance Certificate
7 Osborne Avenue
SS5 4UJ
HOCKLEY
Current
C
71
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in HOCKLEY, SS5 4UJ. The property offers 142m² (1528 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1676, comprising £1337 for heating, £199 for hot water, and £140 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2024 for £467,500.
How Does 7 Osborne Avenue Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this HOCKLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1676 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 142m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.4 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 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £851/year more than the HOCKLEY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 16 Jul 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
7 Osborne Avenue
SS5 4UJ
HOCKLEY
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
142.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
4.4 tonnes/year
31 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
175 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
16 Jul 2024
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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £512 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SS5 postcode district contains over 6100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£467,500
27 September 2024
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1337.0/yr
Hot Water
£199.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£140.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (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
Hockley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Westerings Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Plumberow Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Greensward Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Grove Wood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Edward Francis Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
The FitzWimarc School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Down Hall Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
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 (25%)
Vehicle crime
4 incidents (20%)
Theft
3 incidents (15%)
Drugs
2 incidents (10%)
Public order
2 incidents (10%)
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.
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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.