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Energy Performance Certificate

88, Five Acres

CM18 6XA

HARLOW

Current

C

77

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in HARLOW, CM18 6XA. The property offers 47m² (506 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £389, comprising £253 for heating, £94 for hot water, and £42 for lighting. The property produces 1.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2024 for £165,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 88, Five Acres 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 £389 are approximately £1411 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 47m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.3 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CM18 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs HARLOW

This property77
Average65
+18% better
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vs CM18

This property77
Average62
+24% better

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: £202/year less than the HARLOW average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(77 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 1 Jun 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

88, Five Acres

CM18 6XA

HARLOW

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

47.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

1.3 tonnes/year

28 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

161 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 Jun 2015

marketed sale

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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. Heating costs are £338 below the HARLOW average, offering good value. The CM18 postcode district contains over 8500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£165,000

6 September 2024

Type: Flat

+£13,000(+8.6%)

vs previous sale

£152,000

22 December 2020

Type: Flat

+£53,000(+53.5%)

vs previous sale

£99,000

31 July 2015

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 66.7% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£253.0/yr

Save £13/yr

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Hot Water

£94.0/yr

Save £12/yr

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Lighting

71.0% low energy

£42.0/yr

Save £9/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 71% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Abbotsweld Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCM18 6TE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Sir Frederick Gibberd College

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayCM18 6RN
?Not yet rated

Longwood Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCM18 7RQ

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Stewards Academy - Science Specialist, Harlow

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayCM18 7NQ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

William Martin Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCM18 6PN

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

William Martin Church of England Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCM18 6PN

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Latton Green Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCM18 7HT

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

St James Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCM18 7RH

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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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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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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