Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 1, 257 London Road
RM17 6YS
GRAYS
Current
D
64
Potential
D
64
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in GRAYS, RM17 6YS. The property offers 53m² (570 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of D (64/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £789, comprising £529 for heating, £208 for hot water, and £52 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 1 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this GRAYS property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £789 are approximately £1011 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 53m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the RM17 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs GRAYS
vs RM17
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 64/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £215/year more than the GRAYS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 28 Nov 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 1
257 London Road
RM17 6YS
GRAYS
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
2022
Floor Area
53.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
64 / 100
Potential: 64
CO₂ Emissions
2.0 tonnes/year
38 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
225 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
28 Nov 2022
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). The RM17 postcode district contains over 9600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£529.0/yr
Hot Water
£208.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£52.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.33 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 69 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.
Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.
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.