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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 5, Maple Grange

SS7 3QP

BENFLEET

Current

C

72

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in BENFLEET, SS7 3QP. The property offers 97m² (1044 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £882, comprising £546 for heating, £254 for hot water, and £82 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 5 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this BENFLEET property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £882 are approximately £918 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 97m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 SS7 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 BENFLEET

This property72
Average58
+24% better
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vs SS7

This property72
Average56
+29% 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: £77/year more than the BENFLEET average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 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(73 points)

Based on assessment dated 10 Aug 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 5

Maple Grange

141 Hart Road

SS7 3QP

BENFLEET

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

97.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 73

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

30 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

180 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Aug 2022

marketed sale

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About BENFLEET

BENFLEET is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BENFLEET have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £259 below the BENFLEET average, offering good value. The SS7 postcode district contains over 14300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, warm air, electric

£546.0/yr

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Hot Water

£254.0/yr

Save £44/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£82.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, warm air, electric

Average

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

Thundersley Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySS7 3PT

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Kingston Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySS7 3HG
?Not yet rated

The Deanes

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awaySS7 2TD

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

The Robert Drake Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySS7 3HT
?Not yet rated

The King John School

Secondary
📍1 miles awaySS7 1RQ

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awaySS7 5PX

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Westwood Academy

Primary
📍1.1 miles awaySS7 2SU

Last inspected: Dec 2017

Outstanding

Kents Hill Infant Academy

Primary
📍1.2 miles awaySS7 5PS
?Not yet rated

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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Area Safety

Low Crime49 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

21 incidents (43%)

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Anti-social behaviour

6 incidents (12%)

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Vehicle crime

5 incidents (10%)

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Drugs

4 incidents (8%)

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Burglary

3 incidents (6%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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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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