Energy Performance Certificate
2 BELL STREET, GREAT BADDOW
CM2 7JR
CHELMSFORD
Current
G
8
Potential
B
86
This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£3,262
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£564
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,462 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,698 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?
This terraced house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM2 7JR. The property offers 86m² (926 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated G (8/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £3262, comprising £2166 for heating, £966 for hot water, and £130 for lighting. The property produces 9.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2021 for £224,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 8 Apr 2021
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, no insulation (assumed)
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Portable electric heaters assumed for most rooms
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
13.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 13% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
2 BELL STREET
GREAT BADDOW
CM2 7JR
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
86.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
9.1 tonnes/year
106 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
625 kWh/m²/year
G-Rated Properties in CHELMSFORD
CHELMSFORD properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CM2) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Portable electric heaters assumed for most rooms
£2166 /yr
Save £1742/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£966 /yr
Save £895/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
13.0% low energy
£130 /yr
Save £61/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from G to B could add significant value.
£224,000
T
Aug 2021
£220,500
T
Jun 2021
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Baddow Hall Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Baddow Hall Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Larkrise Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
The Sandon School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Meadgate Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Great Baddow High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Beehive Lane Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Moulsham High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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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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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