Energy Performance Certificate
396, Baddow Road
CM2 9RA
CHELMSFORD
Current
E
39
Potential
C
74
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£3,421
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,680
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,621 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £1,741 annually.
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C — saving up to £1,741/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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£34,910 over 10 years
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Loft Insulation
Your roof is rated Very Poor. Quickest payback of any upgrade — top up to 270mm.
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External Wall Insulation
Your walls are rated Very Poor. External insulation can dramatically cut heat loss.
Double Glazing
Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM2 9RA. The property offers 265m² (2852 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property has an EPC rating of E (39/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £3421, comprising £3073 for heating, £206 for hot water, and £142 for lighting. The property produces 17.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2021 for £897,500.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 15 May 2019
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
🪟 Windows
Single glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
77.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 77% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
396, Baddow Road
CM2 9RA
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
265.0 m²
10.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
17.8 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
370 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in CHELMSFORD
CHELMSFORD has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£3073 /yr
Save £1657/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£206 /yr
Save £86/yr
💡 Lighting
77.0% low energy
£142 /yr
💷 Sales History
Improving from E to C typically adds 3–5% per band to property value.
£897,500
D
Apr 2021
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Meadgate Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Larkrise Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Great Baddow High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Beehive Lane Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Moulsham Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Moulsham Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
Moulsham High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Oaklands Infant School
PrimaryAbout 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: 463 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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
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