Energy Performance Certificate
Belle Maison, 6a Colvin Close
CO3 4BS
COLCHESTER
Current
B
91
Potential
B
91
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO3 4BS. The property offers 363m² (3907 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (91/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £1203, comprising £886 for heating, £156 for hot water, and £161 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Belle Maison Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 91/100, this COLCHESTER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1203 are approximately £597 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 363m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.3 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 CO3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 91/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £523/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 1 Feb 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Belle Maison
6a Colvin Close
Lexden
CO3 4BS
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2021
Floor Area
363.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
91 / 100
Potential: 91
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
6 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
37 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Feb 2022
new dwelling
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 £206 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CO3 postcode district contains over 10800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£886.0/yr
Hot Water
£156.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£161.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Home Farm Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Colchester
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2014
St Benedict's Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Colchester County High School for Girls
SecondaryPhilip Morant School and College
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Prettygate Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Prettygate Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
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: 444 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
28 incidents (49%)
Anti-social behaviour
10 incidents (18%)
Burglary
4 incidents (7%)
Public order
4 incidents (7%)
Theft
3 incidents (5%)
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.
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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.