Energy Performance Certificate
9, Founes Drive, Chafford Hundred
RM16 6DT
GRAYS
Current
C
74
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in GRAYS, RM16 6DT. The property offers 186mยฒ (2002 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 (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 ยฃ1069, comprising ยฃ825 for heating, ยฃ128 for hot water, and ยฃ116 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2020 for ยฃ565,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 9, Founes Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this GRAYS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of ยฃ1069 are approximately ยฃ731 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. At 186mยฒ, this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87mยฒ).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the RM16 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs GRAYS
vs RM16
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: ยฃ495/year more than the GRAYS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 30 Sept 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
9, Founes Drive
Chafford Hundred
RM16 6DT
GRAYS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
186.0 mยฒ
9.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 81
COโ Emissions
4.5 tonnes/year
24 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
137 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
30 Sept 2019
marketed sale
About GRAYS
GRAYS is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in GRAYS have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are ยฃ251 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The RM16 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
ยฃ565,000
7 May 2020
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
ยฃ550,000
24 January 2020
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
ยฃ515,000
9 March 2017
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 9.7% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ825.0/yr
Save ยฃ39/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ128.0/yr
Save ยฃ51/yr
Lighting
91.0% low energy
ยฃ116.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
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 91% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights โNearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Tudor Court Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Warren Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Belmont Castle Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2021
Harris Primary Academy Mayflower
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2017
Harris Academy Chafford Hundred
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2011
Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
The Hathaway Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
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 higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
81 incidents (45%)
Shoplifting
21 incidents (12%)
Anti-social behaviour
13 incidents (7%)
Criminal damage
13 incidents (7%)
Public order
12 incidents (7%)
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.