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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 17 Ormond House, Roche Close

SS4 1PU

ROCHFORD

Current

B

85

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in ROCHFORD, SS4 1PU. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £269, comprising £102 for heating, £119 for hot water, and £48 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 17 Ormond House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this ROCHFORD property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £269 are approximately £1531 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.6 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 SS4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property85
Average60
+42% better
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vs ROCHFORD

This property85
Average62
+37% better
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vs SS4

This property85
Average61
+39% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £409/year less than the ROCHFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Current
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

B(85 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 May 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 17 Ormond House

Roche Close

SS4 1PU

ROCHFORD

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

64.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

85 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

26 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

144 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 May 2012

marketed sale

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About ROCHFORD

ROCHFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in ROCHFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £576 below the ROCHFORD average, offering good value. The SS4 postcode district contains over 7100 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£102.0/yr

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Hot Water

£119.0/yr

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Lighting

91.0% low energy

£48.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 91% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Rochford Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySS4 1NJ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Waterman Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySS4 1QF

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySS4 1RF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Holt Farm Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySS4 1RS

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Holt Farm Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySS4 1RS

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

The King Edmund School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awaySS4 1TL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

Stambridge Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awaySS4 2AP

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

Prince Avenue Academy and Nursery

Primary
📍1.7 miles awaySS0 0LG

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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.

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