Energy Performance Certificate
72, Rectory Road
SS4 1UE
ROCHFORD
Current
C
79
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ROCHFORD, SS4 1UE. The property offers 296m² (3186 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1352, comprising £1077 for heating, £148 for hot water, and £127 for lighting. The property produces 5.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2015 for £535,000.
How Does 72, Rectory Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this ROCHFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1352 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 296m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SS4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ROCHFORD
vs SS4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £674/year more than the ROCHFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 Nov 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
72, Rectory Road
SS4 1UE
ROCHFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
296.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
5.9 tonnes/year
20 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
103 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 Nov 2014
marketed sale
About ROCHFORD
ROCHFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in ROCHFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £399 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SS4 postcode district contains over 7100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£535,000
17 April 2015
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1077.0/yr
Hot Water
£148.0/yr
Lighting
85.0% low energy
£127.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 85% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The King Edmund School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Holt Farm Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Holt Farm Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Waterman Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2018
Rochford Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Ashingdon Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Greensward Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 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: 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
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
40 incidents (52%)
Anti-social behaviour
13 incidents (17%)
Criminal damage
11 incidents (14%)
Theft
4 incidents (5%)
Vehicle crime
3 incidents (4%)
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.