Energy Performance Certificate
26 Townfield Street
CM1 1QL
CHELMSFORD
Current
A
109
Potential
A
109
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM1 1QL. The property offers 83m² (893 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of A (109/100), 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. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £697, comprising £452 for heating, £185 for hot water, and £60 for lighting. The property produces 0.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2023 for £285,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 26 Townfield Street Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 109/100, this CHELMSFORD property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £697 are approximately £1103 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 0.9 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 CM1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHELMSFORD
vs CM1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 109/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £5/year more than the CHELMSFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 9 Jul 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
26 Townfield Street
CM1 1QL
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
83.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
109 / 100
Potential: 109
CO₂ Emissions
0.9 tonnes/year
11 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
47 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
9 Jul 2025
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. Heating costs are £240 below the CHELMSFORD average, offering good value. The CM1 postcode district contains over 24600 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
£285,000
27 June 2023
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£220,000
11 August 2017
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 29.5% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£452.0/yr
Hot Water
£185.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£60.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with external insulation
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Suspended, insulated
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Excellent lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Maltese Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Chelmsford County High School for Girls
SecondaryKings Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Trinity Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Westlands Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 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: 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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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.