Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 1, Drake House
RM16 6RX
GRAYS
Current
C
72
Potential
C
72
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in GRAYS, RM16 6RX. The property offers 60mยฒ (646 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), 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 with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 ยฃ765, comprising ยฃ567 for heating, ยฃ154 for hot water, and ยฃ44 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 1 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this GRAYS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of ยฃ765 are approximately ยฃ1035 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 60mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. CO2 emissions of 1.9 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 RM16 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs GRAYS
vs RM16
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ191/year more than the GRAYS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 17 Sept 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 1
Drake House
Drake Road
RM16 6RX
GRAYS
Property Type
Flat
Not Recorded
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
60.0 mยฒ
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 72
COโ Emissions
1.9 tonnes/year
31 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
173 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
17 Sept 2025
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 RM16 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ567.0/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ154.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
ยฃ44.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
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 โNearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Tudor Court Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Warren Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Harris Primary Academy Mayflower
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2017
Belmont Castle Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2021
Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Harris Academy Chafford Hundred
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2011
The Hathaway Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 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: 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.