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Energy Performance Certificate

2, Christine Chase

CO3 4DP

COLCHESTER

Current

B

83

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in COLCHESTER, CO3 4DP. The property offers 49m² (527 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £479, comprising £313 for heating, £86 for hot water, and £80 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 2, Christine Chase Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this COLCHESTER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £479 are approximately £1321 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 49m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property83
Average60
+38% better
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vs COLCHESTER

This property83
Average63
+32% better
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vs CO3

This property83
Average62
+34% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £201/year less than the COLCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Current
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

B(83 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Sept 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

2, Christine Chase

CO3 4DP

COLCHESTER

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

49.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

83 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

1.0 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

117 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Sept 2019

rental (social)

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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 £367 below the COLCHESTER average, offering good value. The CO3 postcode district contains over 10800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£313.0/yr

Save £59/yr

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Hot Water

£86.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£80.0/yr

Save £40/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Colchester

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCO3 9BE

Last inspected: Jan 2014

Outstanding

Home Farm Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCO3 4JL

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Outstanding

Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCO3 9AS

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Prettygate Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCO3 4PH

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Prettygate Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCO3 4PH

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Philip Morant School and College

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayCO3 4QS

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Stanway Fiveways Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCO3 0QG

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

St Benedict's Catholic College

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayCO3 3US

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 388 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:388 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:155 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Moderate95 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

44 incidents (46%)

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Anti-social behaviour

15 incidents (16%)

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Public order

7 incidents (7%)

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Shoplifting

6 incidents (6%)

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Burglary

5 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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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