Energy Performance Certificate
4 Millers Mead, Feering
CO5 9SS
COLCHESTER
Current
C
70
Potential
C
74
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO5 9SS. The property offers 100m² (1076 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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, 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 £741, comprising £533 for heating, £128 for hot water, and £80 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2022 for £510,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 4 Millers Mead Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this COLCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £741 are approximately £1059 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 100m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 CO5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £61/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 23 Mar 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
4 Millers Mead
Feering
CO5 9SS
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
100.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 74
CO₂ Emissions
2.0 tonnes/year
20 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
111 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Mar 2022
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). The CO5 postcode district contains over 9800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£510,000
5 August 2022
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£475,000
22 September 2021
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£395,000
26 May 2017
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 29.1% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£533.0/yr
Save £47/yr
Hot Water
£128.0/yr
Save £47/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£80.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
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
Feering Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Messing Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Baynards Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Coggeshall
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Milldene Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
The Honywood Community Science School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
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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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.