Energy Performance Certificate
138 Patching Hall Lane
CM1 4DE
CHELMSFORD
Current
C
78
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM1 4DE. The property offers 272m² (2928 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1394, comprising £1074 for heating, £140 for hot water, and £180 for lighting. The property produces 6.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2025 for £1,085,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 138 Patching Hall Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this CHELMSFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1394 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 272m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CM1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHELMSFORD
vs CM1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £702/year more than the CHELMSFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Jan 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
138 Patching Hall Lane
CM1 4DE
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
272.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
6.0 tonnes/year
22 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
126 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Jan 2023
marketed sale
About CHELMSFORD
CHELMSFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in CHELMSFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £382 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM1 postcode district contains over 24600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£1,085,000
13 March 2025
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£715,000
3 April 2020
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 51.7% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1074.0/yr
Hot Water
£140.0/yr
Lighting
95.0% low energy
£180.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 95% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Broomfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
St Pius X Catholic Primary School
PrimaryParkwood Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Newlands Spring Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Kings Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Chelmer Valley High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Chelmsford County High School for Girls
SecondaryAbout 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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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.