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Energy Performance Certificate

14, Parkside Quarter

CO1 1EA

COLCHESTER

Current

C

78

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in COLCHESTER, CO1 1EA. The property offers 114m² (1227 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. 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 £783, comprising £436 for heating, £213 for hot water, and £134 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2025 for £245,000.

How Does 14, Parkside Quarter Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this COLCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £783 are approximately £1017 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 114m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CO1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs COLCHESTER

This property78
Average63
+24% better
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vs CO1

This property78
Average62
+26% better

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: £103/year more than the COLCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 30 Aug 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

14, Parkside Quarter

CO1 1EA

COLCHESTER

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

114.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

4.5 tonnes/year

40 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

236 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

30 Aug 2019

marketed sale

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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 £244 below the COLCHESTER average, offering good value. The CO1 postcode district contains over 8200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£245,000

RECENT

15 October 2025

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, electric

£436.0/yr

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Hot Water

£213.0/yr

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Lighting

53.0% low energy

£134.0/yr

Save £43/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, electric

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 53% of fixed outlets

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

North Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCO1 1RP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Helena School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayCO3 3LE

Last inspected: Dec 2017

Good

St John's Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCO2 7HE

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCO1 2QB
?Not yet rated

St James' Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCO1 2RA

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Colchester Royal Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayCO3 3ND
?Not yet rated

Queen Boudica Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCO4 5XT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Hamilton Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCO3 3GB

Last inspected: Nov 2014

Outstanding

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Higher Crime502 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

202 incidents (40%)

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Shoplifting

80 incidents (16%)

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Anti-social behaviour

60 incidents (12%)

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Public order

37 incidents (7%)

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Criminal damage

32 incidents (6%)

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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