Energy Performance Certificate
Bridge Hall Barn, Hollies Road
CM77 8DZ
BRAINTREE
Current
D
55
Potential
D
63
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BRAINTREE, CM77 8DZ. The property offers 284m² (3057 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Estimated annual energy costs are £5631, comprising £5046 for heating, £467 for hot water, and £118 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Bridge Hall Barn Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this BRAINTREE property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £5631 annually are £3831 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 284m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CM77 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRAINTREE
vs CM77
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £4950/year more than the BRAINTREE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 23 Sept 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
Bridge Hall Barn
Hollies Road
Bradwell
CM77 8DZ
BRAINTREE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
284.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 63
CO₂ Emissions
3.4 tonnes/year
12 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
123 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Sept 2025
marketed sale
About BRAINTREE
BRAINTREE is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BRAINTREE have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £4365 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM77 postcode district contains over 4500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler with radiators and underfloor heating, electric
£5046.0/yr
Hot Water
£467.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£118.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler with radiators and underfloor heating, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Stisted Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Beckers Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Lyons Hall School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Alec Hunter Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Cressing Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Great Bradfords Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Silver End Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
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: 407 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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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.