Energy Performance Certificate
106 Prettygate Road
CO3 4DZ
COLCHESTER
Current
C
75
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO3 4DZ. The property offers 121m² (1302 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1152, comprising £899 for heating, £183 for hot water, and £70 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 106 Prettygate Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this COLCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1152 are approximately £648 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 121m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 CO3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £472/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 4 Sept 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
106 Prettygate Road
CO3 4DZ
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
121.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
75 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
3.0 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
139 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Sept 2025
marketed sale
About COLCHESTER
COLCHESTER is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in COLCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £219 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CO3 postcode district contains over 10800 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the COLCHESTER area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£899.0/yr
Hot Water
£183.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£70.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Home Farm Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Philip Morant School and College
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Prettygate Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Prettygate Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Colchester
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2014
St Benedict's Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Colchester County High School for Girls
SecondaryLexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils
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: 484 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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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.