Energy Performance Certificate
1 Malthouse Close
CM3 3QQ
Chelmsford
Current
B
86
Potential
A
93
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in Chelmsford , CM3 3QQ. The property offers 174m² (1873 sq ft) of spacious 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 (93/100). 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 £1394, comprising £902 for heating, £288 for hot water, and £204 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2023 for £690,000.
How Does 1 Malthouse Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 86/100, this Chelmsford property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1394 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 174m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 2.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CM3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Chelmsford
vs CM3
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: £860/year more than the Chelmsford average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 1 Aug 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
1 Malthouse Close
CM3 3QQ
Chelmsford
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2022
Floor Area
174.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
86 / 100
Potential: 93
CO₂ Emissions
2.0 tonnes/year
11 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
67 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Aug 2023
new dwelling
About Chelmsford
Chelmsford is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in Chelmsford have an average EPC rating of D (score 68/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £368 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM3 postcode district contains over 16500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£690,000
22 August 2023
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£902.0/yr
Hot Water
£288.0/yr
Save £110/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£204.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Heating System
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
Chelmer Valley High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Little Waltham Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Great Waltham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Broomfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
The Beaulieu Park School
All-throughLast inspected: Jan 2023
St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Springfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Newlands Spring Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 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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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.