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Energy Performance Certificate

FLAT 72, JOSEPH RANK HOUSE

CM20 1FF

HARLOW

Current

B

82

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in HARLOW, CM20 1FF. The property offers 79m² (850 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £509, comprising £249 for heating, £191 for hot water, and £69 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does FLAT 72 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this HARLOW property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £509 are approximately £1291 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.4 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 CM20 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 HARLOW

This property82
Average65
+26% better
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vs CM20

This property82
Average64
+28% 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: £82/year less than the HARLOW 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(82 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

Based on assessment dated 9 Aug 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

FLAT 72

JOSEPH RANK HOUSE

CM20 1FF

HARLOW

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Property Type

Flat

Enclosed Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

79.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

82 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

1.4 tonnes/year

17 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

103 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Aug 2021

rental

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About HARLOW

HARLOW is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in HARLOW have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £342 below the HARLOW average, offering good value. The CM20 postcode district contains over 10500 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, radiators, electric

£249.0/yr

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Hot Water

£191.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£69.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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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

Air source heat pump, radiators, 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

Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCM19 4BU

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Outstanding

Bmat Stem Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayCM20 3EZ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Pemberley Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCM20 1NW

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

The Downs Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCM20 3RB

Last inspected: Jan 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Little Parndon Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCM20 1PU

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Freshwaters Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCM20 3QA

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

St Mark's West Essex Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayCM18 6AA

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Sir Frederick Gibberd College

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayCM18 6RN
?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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 141 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:141 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:21 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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 Crime356 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

110 incidents (31%)

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Shoplifting

40 incidents (11%)

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Anti-social behaviour

39 incidents (11%)

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Criminal damage

28 incidents (8%)

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Theft

28 incidents (8%)

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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