Energy Performance Certificate
1, Grassmere, Highwoods
CO4 9UG
COLCHESTER
Current
D
62
Potential
A
95
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in COLCHESTER, CO4 9UG. The property offers 40m² (431 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (95/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £669, comprising £462 for heating, £169 for hot water, and £38 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2015 for £119,995. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does 1, Grassmere Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this COLCHESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £669 are approximately £1131 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 40m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 CO4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £11/year less than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 21 Aug 2018
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Property Information
Full Address
1, Grassmere
Highwoods
CO4 9UG
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Enclosed End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
40.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
62 / 100
Potential: 95
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
65 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
382 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Aug 2018
rental (private)
About COLCHESTER
COLCHESTER is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in COLCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £218 below the COLCHESTER average, offering good value. The CO4 postcode district contains over 17700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£119,995
31 July 2015
Type: Flat
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£462.0/yr
Save £211/yr
Hot Water
£169.0/yr
Save £94/yr
Lighting
83.0% low energy
£38.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Gilberd School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
The Trinity School
SecondaryBrinkley Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Highwoods Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Colchester
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Camulos Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Queen Boudica Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Friars Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
69 incidents (46%)
Anti-social behaviour
20 incidents (13%)
Theft
13 incidents (9%)
Public order
13 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
10 incidents (7%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.