Energy Performance Certificate
20, School Lane, Broomfield
CM1 7DN
CHELMSFORD
Current
B
81
Potential
B
89
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM1 7DN. The property offers 117m² (1259 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), 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 £917, comprising £734 for heating, £102 for hot water, and £81 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 20, School Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this CHELMSFORD property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £917 are approximately £883 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 117m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 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 CM1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHELMSFORD
vs CM1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £225/year more than the CHELMSFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 29 Jun 2013
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Property Information
Full Address
20, School Lane
Broomfield
CM1 7DN
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
117.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
81 / 100
Potential: 89
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
22 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
108 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
29 Jun 2013
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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The CM1 postcode district contains over 24600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£734.0/yr
Save £169/yr
Hot Water
£102.0/yr
Save £17/yr
Lighting
63.0% low energy
£81.0/yr
Save £22/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 63% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Broomfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Chelmer Valley High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
St Pius X Catholic Primary School
PrimaryThe Beaulieu Park School
All-throughLast inspected: Jan 2023
Perryfields Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Perryfields Junior School
PrimaryParkwood Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 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: 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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
36 incidents (38%)
Anti-social behaviour
19 incidents (20%)
Shoplifting
12 incidents (13%)
Theft
8 incidents (8%)
Public order
6 incidents (6%)
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.