Energy Performance Certificate
High Trees, School Road
CM11 1QU
Downham
Current
B
84
Potential
A
103
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached bungalow is located in Downham, CM11 1QU. The property offers 188m² (2024 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (84/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (103/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £890, comprising £607 for heating, £146 for hot water, and £137 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does High Trees Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 84/100, this Downham property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £890 are approximately £910 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 188m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.7 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 CM11 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Downham
vs CM11
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 84/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £40/year more than the Downham average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 13 May 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
High Trees
School Road
CM11 1QU
Downham
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
2020
Floor Area
188.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
84 / 100
Potential: 103
CO₂ Emissions
2.7 tonnes/year
14 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
81 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 May 2025
new dwelling
About Downham
Downham is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in Downham have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £243 below the Downham average, offering good value. The CM11 postcode district contains over 5000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£607.0/yr
Hot Water
£146.0/yr
Save £65/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£137.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Downham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Runwell Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Wickford Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Luke's Park Primary School
PrimaryGrange Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
The Wickford Church of England School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Crays Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
North Crescent Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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.