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Energy Performance Certificate

3 Windmill Close, Boxted

CO4 5SA

COLCHESTER

Current

C

77

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO4 5SA. The property offers 121m² (1302 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). 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. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £831, comprising £441 for heating, £297 for hot water, and £93 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 3 Windmill Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this COLCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £831 are approximately £969 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 121m² floor area is above the UK average of 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 CO4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs COLCHESTER

This property77
Average63
+22% better
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vs CO4

This property77
Average65
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £151/year more than the COLCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(77 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 25 Aug 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

3 Windmill Close

Boxted

CO4 5SA

COLCHESTER

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

121.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

20 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

118 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

25 Aug 2021

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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £239 below the COLCHESTER average, offering good value. The CO4 postcode district contains over 17700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£441.0/yr

Save £58/yr

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Hot Water

£297.0/yr

Save £99/yr

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Lighting

95.0% low energy

£93.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 95% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Boxted St Peter's Church of England School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCO4 5YN

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Langham Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayCO4 5PB

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Camulos Academy

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayCO4 6AL

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

The Bishop William Ward Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayCO6 4AT

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

The Trinity School

Secondary
📍2.1 miles awayCO4 6ED
?Not yet rated

The Gilberd School

Secondary
📍2.2 miles awayCO4 9PU

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Outstanding

Brinkley Grove Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayCO4 9GF

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Myland Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayCO4 5LD

Last inspected: Feb 2020

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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