Energy Performance Certificate
8, Forest View Road
IG10 4DX
LOUGHTON
Current
C
74
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LOUGHTON, IG10 4DX. The property offers 299m² (3218 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), 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 £1482, comprising £1214 for heating, £145 for hot water, and £123 for lighting. The property produces 7.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does 8, Forest View Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this LOUGHTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1482 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 299m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.5 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the IG10 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LOUGHTON
vs IG10
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £729/year more than the LOUGHTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 24 Jun 2013
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Property Information
Full Address
8, Forest View Road
IG10 4DX
LOUGHTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
299.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
7.5 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
130 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Jun 2013
marketed sale
About LOUGHTON
LOUGHTON is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in LOUGHTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £461 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The IG10 postcode district contains over 10400 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1214.0/yr
Hot Water
£145.0/yr
Lighting
80.0% low energy
£123.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Staples Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Roding Valley High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
The Alderton Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
The Alderton Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
White Bridge Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Buckhurst Hill
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Thomas Willingale Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
33 incidents (33%)
Shoplifting
12 incidents (12%)
Vehicle crime
10 incidents (10%)
Anti-social behaviour
9 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
9 incidents (9%)
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.