Energy Performance Certificate
33, Forest Road
CO4 3RL
COLCHESTER
Current
B
82
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO4 3RL. The property offers 89m² (958 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), 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. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £689, comprising £489 for heating, £142 for hot water, and £58 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 33, Forest Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this COLCHESTER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £689 are approximately £1111 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 89m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.9 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 CO4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £9/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 13 Jun 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
33, Forest Road
CO4 3RL
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
89.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
82 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
1.9 tonnes/year
21 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
119 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 Jun 2017
none of the above
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. The CO4 postcode district contains over 17700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£489.0/yr
Save £76/yr
Hot Water
£142.0/yr
Save £58/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£58.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Unity Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Colchester Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Hazelmere Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Hazelmere Infant School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Roach Vale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St James' Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
165 incidents (40%)
Anti-social behaviour
56 incidents (13%)
Shoplifting
37 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
31 incidents (7%)
Public order
30 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.
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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.