Energy Performance Certificate
17 Avenue Road
CM2 9TY
CHELMSFORD
Current
C
72
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM2 9TY. The property offers 110m² (1184 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1734, comprising £1357 for heating, £217 for hot water, and £160 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2024 for £500,000.
How Does 17 Avenue Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this CHELMSFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1734 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 110m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.5 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 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1042/year more than the CHELMSFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 8 Apr 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
17 Avenue Road
CM2 9TY
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
110.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
3.5 tonnes/year
32 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
175 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 Apr 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 £665 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
£500,000
12 January 2024
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1357.0/yr
Save £410/yr
Hot Water
£217.0/yr
Save £79/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£160.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 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
Larkrise Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Great Baddow High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Beehive Lane Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Meadgate Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Moulsham Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Moulsham Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
Moulsham High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Oaklands Infant School
PrimaryAbout 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 from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.