Energy Performance Certificate
Tye Cross, Jaspers Green
CM7 5BB
BRAINTREE
Current
F
32
Potential
E
53
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,884
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,228
potential per year
This property costs approximately £84 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £656 annually.
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£7,500
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Cavity Wall Insulation
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Double Glazing
Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached bungalow is located in BRAINTREE, CM7 5BB. The property offers 85.1m² (916 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. Currently rated F (32/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (53/100). 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1884, comprising £1478 for heating, £305 for hot water, and £101 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 6 Nov 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
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Single glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
47.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 47% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Tye Cross
Jaspers Green
CM7 5BB
BRAINTREE
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Floor Area
85.1 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
11.0 tonnes/year
81 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
425 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.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£1478 /yr
Save £546/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£305 /yr
Save £75/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
47.0% low energy
£101 /yr
Save £35/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Shalford Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Rayne Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Bocking Primary School
PrimaryTabor Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Wethersfield CofE VC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
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