Energy Performance Certificate
14 Hillside Grove
CM2 9DA
CHELMSFORD
Current
C
73
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM2 9DA. The property offers 114m² (1227 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 £1749, comprising £1260 for heating, £326 for hot water, and £163 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2024 for £725,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 14 Hillside Grove Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this CHELMSFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1749 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 114m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.3 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 CM2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHELMSFORD
vs CM2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1057/year more than the CHELMSFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 13 Oct 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
14 Hillside Grove
CM2 9DA
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
114.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
3.3 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
165 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 Oct 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). Heating costs are £568 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM2 postcode district contains over 19400 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CHELMSFORD area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£725,000
23 July 2024
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£525,000
25 June 2019
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 38.1% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1260.0/yr
Save £260/yr
Hot Water
£326.0/yr
Save £116/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£163.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 75 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
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Moulsham Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
Moulsham Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Moulsham High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Oaklands Infant School
PrimaryOur Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Mildmay Primary School
PrimaryBeehive Lane Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Great Baddow High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 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: 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
73 incidents (33%)
Shoplifting
37 incidents (17%)
Anti-social behaviour
23 incidents (10%)
Public order
18 incidents (8%)
Drugs
17 incidents (8%)
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.