Energy Performance Certificate
98 Carter Drive
RM5 2UR
ROMFORD
Current
C
69
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in ROMFORD, RM5 2UR. The property offers 145m² (1561 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), 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 for improved thermal efficiency. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Estimated annual energy costs are £1632, comprising £1293 for heating, £255 for hot water, and £84 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2019 for £485,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 98 Carter Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this ROMFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1632 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 145m², 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 RM5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ROMFORD
vs RM5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £983/year more than the ROMFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 11 Jul 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
98 Carter Drive
RM5 2UR
ROMFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
145.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
4.5 tonnes/year
31 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
170 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Jul 2025
rental
About ROMFORD
ROMFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in ROMFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £644 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The RM5 postcode district contains over 5300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£485,000
24 July 2019
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£330,000
24 August 2015
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 47.0% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1293.0/yr
Save £389/yr
Hot Water
£255.0/yr
Save £14/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£84.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Oasis Academy Pinewood
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Clockhouse Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Bower Park Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Rise Park Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Rise Park Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Crownfield Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Crownfield Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 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: 479 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
53 incidents (39%)
Anti-social behaviour
25 incidents (18%)
Theft
13 incidents (10%)
Vehicle crime
11 incidents (8%)
Public order
9 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.