Energy Performance Certificate
Chelmset, Main Road
CM3 4HW
CHELMSFORD
Current
C
79
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM3 4HW. The property offers 178.4m² (1920 sq ft) of spacious living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a ground 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £661, comprising £343 for heating, £224 for hot water, and £94 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Chelmset Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this CHELMSFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £661 are approximately £1139 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 178.4m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.4 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 CM3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHELMSFORD
vs CM3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £31/year less than the CHELMSFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 13 Sept 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
Chelmset
Main Road
Bicknacre
CM3 4HW
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
178.4 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
13 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
88 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 Sept 2010
new dwelling
About CHELMSFORD
CHELMSFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in CHELMSFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £349 below the CHELMSFORD average, offering good value. The CM3 postcode district contains over 16500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£343.0/yr
Hot Water
£224.0/yr
Lighting
13.0% low energy
£94.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.27 W/m?K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m?K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.25 W/m?K
Heating System
Ground 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
Priory Primary School, Bicknacre
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Mary's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryEast Hanningfield Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Woodville Primary School
PrimarySt John Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Danbury
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Danbury Park Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2013
Purleigh Community Primary School
PrimaryElmwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 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: 480 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) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Vehicle crime
2 incidents (40%)
violent crime
2 incidents (40%)
Theft
1 incidents (20%)
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.