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Energy Performance Certificate

31, Harberd Tye

CM2 9GH

CHELMSFORD

Current

C

75

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in CHELMSFORD, CM2 9GH. The property offers 49.66m² (535 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £368, comprising £201 for heating, £121 for hot water, and £46 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2021 for £175,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 31, Harberd Tye Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this CHELMSFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £368 are approximately £1432 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 49.66m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs CHELMSFORD

This property75
Average63
+19% better
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vs CM2

This property75
Average61
+23% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £324/year less than the CHELMSFORD 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(75 points)

Potential Rating

C(75 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 Mar 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

31, Harberd Tye

CM2 9GH

CHELMSFORD

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

49.66

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

47 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

313 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Mar 2011

rental (private)

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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 £491 below the CHELMSFORD average, offering good value. The CM2 postcode district contains over 19400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£175,000

28 September 2021

Type: Flat

+£27,500(+18.6%)

vs previous sale

£147,500

29 January 2015

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 18.6% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£201.0/yr

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Hot Water

£121.0/yr

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Lighting

63.0% low energy

£46.0/yr

Save £12/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 63% of fixed outlets

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Meadgate Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCM2 7NS

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Larkrise Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCM2 9UB

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Great Baddow High School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayCM2 9RZ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Beehive Lane Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCM2 9SR

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Outstanding

Moulsham Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCM2 9DG

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Moulsham Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCM2 9DG

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

Moulsham High School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayCM2 9ES

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Oaklands Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCM2 9PH
?Not yet rated

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: 412 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:412 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:62 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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