Energy Performance Certificate
14 The Street, Hatfield Peverel
CM3 2DL
CHELMSFORD
Current
F
25
Potential
F
34
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£3,626
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£3,380
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,826 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £246 annually.
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£7,500
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Double Glazing
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM3 2DL. The property offers 71m² (764 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (25/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £3626, comprising £3124 for heating, £407 for hot water, and £95 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 Aug 2025
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Timber frame, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Multiple glazing throughout
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
70.0% low energy — Below average lighting efficiency
Property Information
Full Address
14 The Street
Hatfield Peverel
CM3 2DL
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
71.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
348 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in CHELMSFORD
CHELMSFORD properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CM3) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
£3124 /yr
Save £169/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£407 /yr
Save £77/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
70.0% low energy
£95 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hatfield Peverel Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Hatfield Peverel St Andrew's Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Chipping Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2012
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Howbridge Church of England Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Howbridge Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Boreham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Maltings Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2015
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) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
15 incidents (45%)
Anti-social behaviour
9 incidents (27%)
Criminal damage
3 incidents (9%)
Vehicle crime
2 incidents (6%)
bicycle theft
1 incidents (3%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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