Energy Performance Certificate
36 Bishop Road
CO2 9DW
COLCHESTER
Current
C
77
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in COLCHESTER, CO2 9DW. The property offers 111m² (1195 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. 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 (86/100). 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £952, comprising £701 for heating, £141 for hot water, and £110 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2016 for £190,000.
How Does 36 Bishop Road 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 £952 are approximately £848 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 111m² 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 CO2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO2
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: £272/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 30 Sept 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
36 Bishop Road
CO2 9DW
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
111.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
22 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
134 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
30 Sept 2024
marketed sale
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 CO2 postcode district contains over 14800 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the COLCHESTER area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£190,000
14 October 2016
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£701.0/yr
Hot Water
£141.0/yr
Save £47/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£110.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 250 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
Gosbecks Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Paxman Academy
SecondaryPrettygate Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Prettygate Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Iceni Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
King's Ford Infant School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Philip Morant School and College
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 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) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
44 incidents (44%)
Vehicle crime
11 incidents (11%)
Anti-social behaviour
10 incidents (10%)
Shoplifting
8 incidents (8%)
Theft
7 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.