Energy Performance Certificate
Trinity Cottage, High Street
CM7 4RF
BRAINTREE
Current
F
36
Potential
E
41
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,077
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£979
potential per year
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This terraced house is located in BRAINTREE, CM7 4RF. The property offers 48.74m² (525 sq ft) of compact living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (36/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (41/100). The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Estimated annual energy costs are £1077, comprising £759 for heating, £217 for hot water, and £101 for lighting. The property produces 1.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 9 Feb 2009
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Timber frame, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Roof room(s), thatched
🪟 Windows
Partial secondary glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, wood logs
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
Trinity Cottage
High Street
CM7 4RF
BRAINTREE
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
48.74 m²
6.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
1.7 tonnes/year
17 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
378 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in BRAINTREE
BRAINTREE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CM7) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, wood logs
£759 /yr
Save £8/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£217 /yr
Save £39/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£101 /yr
Save £51/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Great Bardfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy
PrimaryWethersfield CofE VC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Shalford Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Great Sampford Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Thaxted Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Stebbing Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Great Easton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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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