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45a Fourth Avenue

CM1 4EZ

CHELMSFORD

Current

D

64

Potential

D

64

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in CHELMSFORD, CM1 4EZ. The property offers 44m² (474 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (64/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. 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 £1438, comprising £788 for heating, £566 for hot water, and £84 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2024 for £215,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 45a Fourth Avenue Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this CHELMSFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1438 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 44m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to 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 CM1 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 CM1

This property64
Average64
At average

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: £746/year more than the CHELMSFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(64 points)

Potential Rating

D(64 points)

Based on assessment dated 18 May 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

45a Fourth Avenue

CM1 4EZ

CHELMSFORD

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

44.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

64 / 100

Potential: 64

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

46 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

274 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 May 2023

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). The CM1 postcode district contains over 24600 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£215,000

7 February 2024

Type: Flat

+£43,000(+25.0%)

vs previous sale

£172,000

14 November 2016

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 25.0% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, electric

£788.0/yr

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Hot Water

£566.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£84.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayCM1 4BS

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Chelmsford County High School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayCM1 1RW
?Not yet rated

St Pius X Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCM1 4HY
?Not yet rated

Kings Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCM1 2BB

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Maltese Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCM1 2PA

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Parkwood Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCM1 2DX

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayCM1 3SX

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Outstanding

Perryfields Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCM1 7PP

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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. 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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