Energy Performance Certificate
12, Danbury Palace Drive, Danbury
CM3 4FA
CHELMSFORD
Current
D
66
Potential
D
66
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in CHELMSFORD, CM3 4FA. The property offers 48m² (517 sq ft) of compact living space. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy 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 £560, comprising £417 for heating, £98 for hot water, and £45 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2020 for £240,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 12, Danbury Palace Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this CHELMSFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £560 are approximately £1240 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 48m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.1 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 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £132/year less than the CHELMSFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 11 Nov 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
12, Danbury Palace Drive
Danbury
CM3 4FA
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
Flat
NO DATA!
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
48.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
66 / 100
Potential: 66
CO₂ Emissions
2.1 tonnes/year
43 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
246 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Nov 2015
new dwelling
About CHELMSFORD
CHELMSFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in CHELMSFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £275 below the CHELMSFORD average, offering good value. The CM3 postcode district contains over 16500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£240,000
7 September 2020
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
£250,000
25 May 2016
Type: Flat
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£417.0/yr
Hot Water
£98.0/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£45.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.34 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.2 W/m-¦K
Windows
Single glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
NO DATA!
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Danbury Park Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2013
St John Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Danbury
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
The Sandon School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Priory Primary School, Bicknacre
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Baddow Hall Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Baddow Hall Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
East Hanningfield Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford
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: 361 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) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
2 incidents (67%)
Vehicle crime
1 incidents (33%)
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.