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Mill House, Rush Lane

CM22 6EE

BISHOP'S STORTFORD

Current

D

57

Potential

D

58

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in BISHOP'S STORTFORD, CM22 6EE. The property offers 263.68m² (2838 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £2757, comprising £2441 for heating, £155 for hot water, and £161 for lighting. The property produces 13.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does Mill House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this BISHOP'S STORTFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2757 annually are £957 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 263.68m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 13.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CM22 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs BISHOP'S STORTFORD

This property57
Average63
-10% below
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vs CM22

This property57
Average62
-8% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1992/year more than the BISHOP'S STORTFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(57 points)

Potential Rating

D(58 points)

Based on assessment dated 5 Mar 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

Mill House

Rush Lane

Elsenham

CM22 6EE

BISHOP'S STORTFORD

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

263.68

9.0 total rooms

9.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 58

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CO₂ Emissions

13.0 tonnes/year

40 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

198 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 Mar 2012

marketed sale

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About BISHOP'S STORTFORD

BISHOP'S STORTFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BISHOP'S STORTFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £1676 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM22 postcode district contains over 5000 registered properties. Like many BISHOP'S STORTFORD properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£2441.0/yr

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Hot Water

£155.0/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£161.0/yr

Save £53/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, insulated at rafters

Good
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, oil

Good

Main Fuel

oil (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCM22 6DD

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Magna Carta Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayCM24 8JP

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Forest Hall School

Secondary
📍1.4 miles awayCM24 8TZ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Bentfield Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayCM24 8DX

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

St Mary's CofE Foundation Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayCM24 8FE

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Henham and Ugley Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayCM22 6BP

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Birchanger Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayCM23 5QL

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Manuden Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayCM23 1DE

Last inspected: Jan 2023

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

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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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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.

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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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