Energy Performance Certificate
Alpha, Vernon Road
CM3 6NJ
Essex
Current
A
106
Potential
A
108
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in Essex, CM3 6NJ. The property offers 193m² (2077 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of A (106/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £2087, comprising £1384 for heating, £483 for hot water, and £220 for lighting.
How Does Alpha Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 106/100, this Essex property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £2087 are close to the UK average. At 193m², 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 CM3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Essex
vs CM3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 106/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £1608/year more than the Essex average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 28 Sept 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
Alpha
Vernon Road
North Fambridge
CM3 6NJ
Essex
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2021
Floor Area
193.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
106 / 100
Potential: 108
CO₂ Emissions
-1.5 tonnes/year
-8 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
-46 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
28 Sept 2023
not sale or rental
About Essex
Essex is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in Essex have an average EPC rating of C (score 76/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £905 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM3 postcode district contains over 16500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
£1384.0/yr
Hot Water
£483.0/yr
Save £195/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£220.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Cold Norton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2012
Latchingdon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Collingwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2021
William de Ferrers School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Trinity St Mary's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Woodham Ferrers
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Ashingdon Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Purleigh Community 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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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.