At a Glance
This terraced house is located in COLCHESTER, CO2 9QN. The property offers 82.92m² (893 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The gas central heating system has average efficiency, indicating a boiler that may be 10-15 years old. While functional, upgrading to a modern A-rated condensing boiler could improve efficiency by 15-25%. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £644, comprising £439 for heating, £139 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. 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.
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this COLCHESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £644 are approximately £1156 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.5 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 CO2 postcode district.
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £36/year less than the COLCHESTER average
Current Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 30 Apr 2009
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Full Address
125, Oakapple Close
CO2 9QN
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
82.92 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
3.5 tonnes/year
43 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
255 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
30 Apr 2009
rental (social)
COLCHESTER is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in COLCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £241 below the COLCHESTER average, offering good value. The CO2 postcode district contains over 14800 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the COLCHESTER area.
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Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£439.0/yr
Save £72/yr
Hot Water
£139.0/yr
Save £39/yr
Lighting
33.0% low energy
£66.0/yr
Save £26/yr
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets
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Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.