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Energy Performance Certificate

20 Packe Close, Feering

CO5 9LP

COLCHESTER

Current

C

73

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO5 9LP. The property offers 122m² (1313 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £1759, comprising £1181 for heating, £506 for hot water, and £72 for lighting. The property produces 0.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2020 for £360,000.

How Does 20 Packe Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this COLCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1759 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 122m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.8 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 CO5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs COLCHESTER

This property73
Average63
+16% better
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vs CO5

This property73
Average60
+22% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1079/year more than the COLCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 8 Sept 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

20 Packe Close

Feering

CO5 9LP

COLCHESTER

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

122.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

0.8 tonnes/year

7 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

70 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Sept 2025

marketed sale

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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). Heating costs are £501 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CO5 postcode district contains over 9800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£360,000

23 November 2020

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric, Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£1181.0/yr

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Hot Water

£506.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£72.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

High performance glazing

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric, Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Excellent lighting efficiency

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Feering Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCO5 9QB

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCO5 9DS

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Outstanding

Messing Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayCO5 9TH

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Baynards Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayCO5 0ND

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Coggeshall

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayCO6 1YU

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre

Secondary
📍2.3 miles awayCO5 0EW

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

The Honywood Community Science School

Secondary
📍2.5 miles awayCO6 1PZ

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Milldene Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayCO5 0EF

Last inspected: May 2022

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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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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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