Energy Performance Certificate
7, Simplicity Lane
CM17 9JZ
HARLOW
Current
C
77
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached maisonette is located in HARLOW, CM17 9JZ. The property offers 111m² (1195 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), 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. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £593, comprising £405 for heating, £104 for hot water, and £84 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2015 for £242,500.
How Does 7, Simplicity Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this HARLOW property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £593 are approximately £1207 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 111m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 CM17 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HARLOW
vs CM17
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £2/year more than the HARLOW average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 6 Nov 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
7, Simplicity Lane
CM17 9JZ
HARLOW
Property Type
Maisonette
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
111.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
23 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
121 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
6 Nov 2012
rental (private)
About HARLOW
HARLOW is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in HARLOW have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The CM17 postcode district contains over 9600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£242,500
14 August 2015
Type: Flat
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£405.0/yr
Save £27/yr
Hot Water
£104.0/yr
Save £25/yr
Lighting
64.0% low energy
£84.0/yr
Save £22/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 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 64% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Newhall Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Church Langley Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
Mark Hall Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Henry Moore Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Fawbert and Barnard's Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Churchgate Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Harlow
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Potter Street Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 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.