Energy Performance Certificate
Read's Barn, Parkers Farm Road
RM16 3HX
Grays
Current
B
86
Potential
A
101
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in Grays, RM16 3HX. The property offers 279m² (3003 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (86/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (101/100). 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £744, comprising £417 for heating, £222 for hot water, and £105 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Read's Barn Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 86/100, this Grays property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £744 are approximately £1056 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 279m², 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 RM16 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Grays
vs RM16
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 86/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £297/year more than the Grays average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 27 Mar 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
Read's Barn
Parkers Farm Road
Orsett
RM16 3HX
Grays
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2025
Floor Area
279.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
86 / 100
Potential: 101
CO₂ Emissions
2.7 tonnes/year
10 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
57 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Mar 2025
new dwelling
About Grays
Grays is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in Grays have an average EPC rating of D (score 67/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The RM16 postcode district contains over 11800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric, Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£417.0/yr
Hot Water
£222.0/yr
Save £94/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£105.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric, Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bulphan Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Orsett Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Horndon-On-the-Hill CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
William Edwards School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2019
West Horndon Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Great Berry Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2012
Orsett Heath Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Stifford Clays Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 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: 223 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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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.