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FLAT 61, NICHOLSON HOUSE

SS1 2PD

SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

Current

B

82

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2PD. The property offers 38mยฒ (409 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 ยฃ252, comprising ยฃ117 for heating, ยฃ95 for hot water, and ยฃ40 for lighting. The property produces 0.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does FLAT 61 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this SOUTHEND-ON-SEA property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of ยฃ252 are approximately ยฃ1548 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 38mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. CO2 emissions of 0.8 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 SS1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property82
Average60
+37% better
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vs SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

This property82
Average59
+39% better
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vs SS1

This property82
Average56
+46% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ443/year less than the SOUTHEND-ON-SEA average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(82 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

Based on assessment dated 29 Mar 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

FLAT 61

NICHOLSON HOUSE

SOUTHCHURCH ROAD

SS1 2PD

SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

38.0 mยฒ

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

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Efficiency Score

82 / 100

Potential: 82

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

0.8 tonnes/year

21 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

119 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

29 Mar 2021

rental

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About SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

SOUTHEND-ON-SEA is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in SOUTHEND-ON-SEA have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are ยฃ578 below the SOUTHEND-ON-SEA average, offering good value. The SS1 postcode district contains over 11500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Community scheme

ยฃ117.0/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ95.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

ยฃ40.0/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

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Community scheme

Good
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Main Fuel

mains gas (community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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๐Ÿ“Š Compare with UK-Wide Property Data

See how this property compares to national averages. Explore energy efficiency trends, top-rated areas, and comprehensive UK property statistics.

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Porters Grange Primary School and Nursery

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.1 miles awayโ€ขSS1 2NS

Last inspected: Nov 2018

โœ“Good

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขSS1 2RF

Last inspected: Jun 2022

โœ“Good

Bournemouth Park Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขSS2 5JN

Last inspected: Sept 2019

โœ“Good

St Mary's, Prittlewell, CofE Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขSS2 6JH

Last inspected: Feb 2020

โœ“Good

St Helen's Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขSS0 7AY

Last inspected: Feb 2023

โœ“Good

Barons Court Primary School and Nursery

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขSS0 7PJ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โญOutstanding

Hamstel Junior School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขSS2 4PQ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

โœ“Good

Hamstel Infant School and Nursery

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขSS2 4PQ

Last inspected: Jul 2019

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime937 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

427 incidents (46%)

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Anti-social behaviour

120 incidents (13%)

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Criminal damage

70 incidents (7%)

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Shoplifting

66 incidents (7%)

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Public order

59 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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