Energy Performance Certificate
71, Chapel Road, Brightlingsea
CO7 0HB
COLCHESTER
Current
D
55
Potential
D
55
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in COLCHESTER, CO7 0HB. The property offers 44.54m² (479 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. 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. 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 £633, comprising £544 for heating, £64 for hot water, and £25 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2016 for £173,000.
How Does 71, Chapel Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this COLCHESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £633 are approximately £1167 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 44.54m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.6 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 CO7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £47/year less than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 17 Jun 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
71, Chapel Road
Brightlingsea
CO7 0HB
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
44.54 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 55
CO₂ Emissions
3.6 tonnes/year
80 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
475 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Jun 2009
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 CO7 postcode district contains over 11900 registered properties. Like many COLCHESTER properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£173,000
28 October 2016
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£544.0/yr
Hot Water
£64.0/yr
Lighting
83.0% low energy
£25.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Colne Community School and College (Secondary and 16 to 19 Provision)
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Osyth Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Alresford Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Great Bentley Primary School
PrimarySir Martin Frobisher Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Ravens Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Millfields Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
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: 224 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. 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.