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33, Brooklands Walk

CM2 9BH

CHELMSFORD

Current

D

64

Potential

C

71

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in CHELMSFORD, CM2 9BH. The property offers 47.78m² (514 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (64/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (71/100). 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. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £499, comprising £319 for heating, £119 for hot water, and £61 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 33, Brooklands Walk Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this CHELMSFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £499 are approximately £1301 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 47.78m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.2 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 property64
Average60
+7% better
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vs CHELMSFORD

This property64
Average63
+2% better
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vs CM2

This property64
Average61
+5% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 64/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £193/year less than the CHELMSFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(64 points)

Potential Rating

C(71 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Mar 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

33, Brooklands Walk

CM2 9BH

CHELMSFORD

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Property Type

Flat

NO DATA!

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

47.78

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

64 / 100

Potential: 71

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

66 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

440 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Mar 2011

marketed sale

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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). Heating costs are £373 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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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£319.0/yr

Save £65/yr

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Hot Water

£119.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£61.0/yr

Save £31/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

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

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Oaklands Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCM2 9PH
?Not yet rated

Moulsham Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCM2 9DG

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Moulsham Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCM2 9DG

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

Moulsham High School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayCM2 9ES

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCM2 0RG

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Mildmay Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCM2 8AU
?Not yet rated

Westlands Community Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayCM1 2SB

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Hylands School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayCM1 3ET

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime308 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

110 incidents (36%)

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Shoplifting

52 incidents (17%)

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Anti-social behaviour

30 incidents (10%)

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Public order

24 incidents (8%)

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Drugs

23 incidents (7%)

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.

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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