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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 17, Trelawney Place

RM16 6DG

GRAYS

Current

C

77

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in GRAYS, RM16 6DG. The property offers 61mยฒ (657 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). 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. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are ยฃ921, comprising ยฃ454 for heating, ยฃ302 for hot water, and ยฃ165 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 17 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this GRAYS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of ยฃ921 are approximately ยฃ879 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. At 2.4 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 RM16 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs GRAYS

This property77
Average63
+22% better
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vs RM16

This property77
Average62
+24% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ347/year more than the GRAYS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(77 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Dec 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 17

Trelawney Place

Howard Road

RM16 6DG

GRAYS

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Property Type

Flat

Enclosed Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

61.0 mยฒ

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

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Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 81

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

40 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

236 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

7 Dec 2023

rental

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About GRAYS

GRAYS is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in GRAYS have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The RM16 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

ยฃ454.0/yr

Save ยฃ115/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ302.0/yr

Save ยฃ46/yr

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Lighting

82.0% low energy

ยฃ165.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

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Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 82% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Warren Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขRM16 6NB

Last inspected: May 2023

โœ“Good

Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขRM16 6SA

Last inspected: Sept 2018

โญOutstanding

Harris Academy Chafford Hundred

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขRM16 6SA

Last inspected: Nov 2011

โญOutstanding

Harris Primary Academy Mayflower

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขRM16 6SA

Last inspected: May 2017

โญOutstanding

Somers Heath Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1 miles awayโ€ขRM15 5LX

Last inspected: Dec 2021

โœ“Good

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1 miles awayโ€ขRM15 5RP
?Not yet rated

Tudor Court Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1 miles awayโ€ขRM16 6PL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โœ“Good

West Thurrock Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“1.1 miles awayโ€ขRM20 3HR

Last inspected: Jul 2022

โœ“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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

โšก 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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