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Brickfield Cottage, Nounsley Road

CM3 2NH

CHELMSFORD

Current

D

66

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM3 2NH. The property offers 210m² (2260 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). 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. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1857, comprising £1456 for heating, £290 for hot water, and £111 for lighting. The property produces 5.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does Brickfield Cottage Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this CHELMSFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1857 are close to the UK average. At 210m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CM3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs CHELMSFORD

This property66
Average63
+5% better
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vs CM3

This property66
Average59
+12% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1165/year more than the CHELMSFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(66 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 21 Nov 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

Brickfield Cottage

Nounsley Road

Hatfield Peverel

CM3 2NH

CHELMSFORD

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

210.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

5.5 tonnes/year

26 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

154 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Nov 2019

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). Heating costs are £764 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM3 postcode district contains over 16500 registered properties. Like many CHELMSFORD properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£1456.0/yr

Save £208/yr

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Hot Water

£290.0/yr

Save £99/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£111.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

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

Hatfield Peverel Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCM3 2RP

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Hatfield Peverel St Andrew's Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCM3 2JX

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Woodham Walter Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayCM9 6RF

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Chipping Hill Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayCM8 1FR

Last inspected: Mar 2012

Outstanding

Boreham Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayCM3 3DB

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayCM8 1DX

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Howbridge Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayCM8 1BZ

Last inspected: Dec 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

Howbridge Infant School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayCM8 1DJ

Last inspected: Apr 2023

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

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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.

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