Energy Performance Certificate
2 Bakers Lane, West Hanningfield
CM2 8LE
CHELMSFORD
Current
D
55
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM2 8LE. The property offers 93m² (1001 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). 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 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 £864, comprising £608 for heating, £163 for hot water, and £93 for lighting. The property produces 4.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2022 for £480,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 2 Bakers Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this CHELMSFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £864 are approximately £936 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 93m² 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 CM2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHELMSFORD
vs CM2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £172/year more than the CHELMSFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 13 Jun 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
2 Bakers Lane
West Hanningfield
CM2 8LE
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
93.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
4.9 tonnes/year
53 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
223 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 Jun 2022
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). The CM2 postcode district contains over 19400 registered properties. Like many CHELMSFORD properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£480,000
14 October 2022
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£319,500
30 January 2015
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 50.2% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£608.0/yr
Save £224/yr
Hot Water
£163.0/yr
Save £32/yr
Lighting
75.0% low energy
£93.0/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, oil
Main Fuel
oil (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Galleywood Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2011
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Peters Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, West Hanningfield
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Stock Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Mildmay Primary School
PrimaryBeehive Lane Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Great Baddow High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Larkrise Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
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: 165 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) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
3 incidents (43%)
Burglary
1 incidents (14%)
Criminal damage
1 incidents (14%)
Theft
1 incidents (14%)
Public order
1 incidents (14%)
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.