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Flat 2, 43 Ruskin Road

RM16 4HB

GRAYS

Current

C

72

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in GRAYS, RM16 4HB. The property offers 13mยฒ (140 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs ยฃ8,000-ยฃ14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 ยฃ548, comprising ยฃ287 for heating, ยฃ234 for hot water, and ยฃ27 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 2 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 ยฃ548 are approximately ยฃ1252 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 13mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. CO2 emissions of 1.0 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 RM16 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs GRAYS

This property72
Average63
+14% better
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vs RM16

This property72
Average62
+16% better

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: ยฃ26/year less than the GRAYS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 18 Sept 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 2

43 Ruskin Road

RM16 4HB

GRAYS

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

13.0 mยฒ

1.0 total rooms

1.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

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Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 79

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

1.0 tonnes/year

78 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

459 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

18 Sept 2024

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). Heating costs are ยฃ287 below the GRAYS average, offering good value. The RM16 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

ยฃ287.0/yr

Save ยฃ163/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ234.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

ยฃ27.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor
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Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Chadwell St Mary Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขRM16 4DH

Last inspected: May 2019

โœ“Good

Woodside Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขRM16 2GJ

Last inspected: Jul 2018

โœ“Good

Herringham Primary Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขRM16 4JX

Last inspected: May 2022

โœ“Good

The Gateway Primary Free School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขRM16 4LU

Last inspected: Jun 2019

โœ“Good

Orsett Heath Academy

Secondary
๐Ÿ“1 miles awayโ€ขRM16 2QH

Last inspected: Oct 2023

โœ“Good

Little Thurrock Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1 miles awayโ€ขRM17 5SW
?Not yet rated

The Gateway Academy

Secondary
๐Ÿ“1.2 miles awayโ€ขRM16 4LU

Last inspected: Mar 2019

โœ“Good

Tilbury Pioneer Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“1.2 miles awayโ€ขRM18 8HJ

Last inspected: Sept 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

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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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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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