Energy Performance Certificate
178 Lexden Road
CO3 4BZ
COLCHESTER
Current
C
79
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO3 4BZ. The property offers 174m² (1873 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1212, comprising £902 for heating, £164 for hot water, and £146 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 178 Lexden Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this COLCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1212 are approximately £588 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 174m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.6 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 CO3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £532/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 4 Nov 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
178 Lexden Road
CO3 4BZ
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
174.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
3.6 tonnes/year
21 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
114 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Nov 2024
marketed sale
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 £222 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CO3 postcode district contains over 10800 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£902.0/yr
Hot Water
£164.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£146.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (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
Home Farm Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Colchester
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2014
St Benedict's Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Colchester County High School for Girls
SecondaryPhilip Morant School and College
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Stanway Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Prettygate Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 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: 424 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
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
33 incidents (53%)
Anti-social behaviour
10 incidents (16%)
Public order
5 incidents (8%)
Burglary
4 incidents (6%)
Theft
3 incidents (5%)
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.