Energy Performance Certificate
14 Observer Way, Kelvedon
CO5 9NZ
COLCHESTER
Current
B
84
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO5 9NZ. The property offers 94m² (1012 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of B (84/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1250, comprising £956 for heating, £182 for hot water, and £112 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 14 Observer Way Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 84/100, this COLCHESTER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1250 are approximately £550 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 94m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.9 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 CO5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 84/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £570/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 17 Jul 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
14 Observer Way
Kelvedon
CO5 9NZ
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
94.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
84 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
1.9 tonnes/year
20 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
109 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Jul 2024
not sale or rental
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 £276 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CO5 postcode district contains over 9800 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
£956.0/yr
Save £127/yr
Hot Water
£182.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£112.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, 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
Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Feering Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Coggeshall
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Messing Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Rivenhall Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
The Honywood Community Science School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Baynards Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 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: 486 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.