Energy Performance Certificate
Clematis Cottage, Mill Lane
CM22 7QT
BISHOP'S STORTFORD
Current
C
70
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BISHOP'S STORTFORD, CM22 7QT. The property offers 189m² (2034 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). 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, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1348, comprising £1137 for heating, £117 for hot water, and £94 for lighting. The property produces 4.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Clematis Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this BISHOP'S STORTFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1348 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 189m², 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 CM22 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BISHOP'S STORTFORD
vs CM22
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £583/year more than the BISHOP'S STORTFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 25 Jun 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
Clematis Cottage
Mill Lane
Little Hallingbury
CM22 7QT
BISHOP'S STORTFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
189.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
4.9 tonnes/year
26 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
176 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
25 Jun 2016
marketed sale
About BISHOP'S STORTFORD
BISHOP'S STORTFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BISHOP'S STORTFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £372 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM22 postcode district contains over 5000 registered properties. Like many BISHOP'S STORTFORD properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1137.0/yr
Hot Water
£117.0/yr
Lighting
93.0% low energy
£94.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, with additional insulation
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 93% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Little Hallingbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Spellbrook CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Leventhorpe
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2012
Reedings Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Fawbert and Barnard Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2009
Mandeville Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
The Bishop's Stortford High School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Thorley Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
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: 429 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.