Energy Performance Certificate
272a, Springfield Road
CM2 6AS
CHELMSFORD
Current
C
78
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM2 6AS. The property offers 215m² (2314 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £1072, comprising £864 for heating, £115 for hot water, and £93 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2017 for £875,000.
How Does 272a, Springfield Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this CHELMSFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1072 are approximately £728 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 215m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.4 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 CM2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHELMSFORD
vs CM2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £380/year more than the CHELMSFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 23 Dec 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
272a, Springfield Road
CM2 6AS
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
215.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
11 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
58 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Dec 2016
new dwelling
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 CM2 postcode district contains over 19400 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£875,000
20 March 2017
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
£864.0/yr
Hot Water
£115.0/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£93.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.24 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.08 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, LPG
Main Fuel
LPG - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Tyrrells School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
The Boswells School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Perryfields Junior School
PrimaryTrinity Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Barnes Farm Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Barnes Farm Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Perryfields Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
The Bishops' Church of England and Roman Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
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. 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.