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Energy Performance Certificate

7 Apprentice Drive

CO4 5SE

COLCHESTER

Current

C

78

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in COLCHESTER, CO4 5SE. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £710, comprising £450 for heating, £161 for hot water, and £99 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2017 for £183,000.

How Does 7 Apprentice Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this COLCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £710 are approximately £1090 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.5 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs COLCHESTER

This property78
Average63
+24% better
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vs CO4

This property78
Average65
+20% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £30/year more than the COLCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 11 Mar 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

7 Apprentice Drive

CO4 5SE

COLCHESTER

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Property Type

Maisonette

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

64.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

1.5 tonnes/year

24 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

137 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Mar 2024

marketed sale

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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. Heating costs are £230 below the COLCHESTER average, offering good value. The CO4 postcode district contains over 17700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£183,000

19 July 2017

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£450.0/yr

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Hot Water

£161.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£99.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (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

Braiswick Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCO4 5QJ

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

St Helena School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayCO3 3LE

Last inspected: Dec 2017

Good

North Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCO1 1RP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Queen Boudica Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCO4 5XT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Myland Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCO4 5LD

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Colchester Royal Grammar School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayCO3 3ND
?Not yet rated

St Benedict's Catholic College

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayCO3 3US

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Colchester County High School for Girls

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayCO3 3US
?Not yet rated

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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Area Safety

Moderate84 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

38 incidents (45%)

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Anti-social behaviour

9 incidents (11%)

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Shoplifting

9 incidents (11%)

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Public order

7 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

5 incidents (6%)

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.

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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