Energy Performance Certificate
Chilterns, Moor Road
CO4 5NR
COLCHESTER
Current
C
74
Potential
C
74
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO4 5NR. The property offers 182m² (1959 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Estimated annual energy costs are £2085, comprising £1517 for heating, £466 for hot water, and £102 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Chilterns Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this COLCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £2085 are close to the UK average. At 182m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 1.0 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1405/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 21 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
Chilterns
Moor Road
Langham
CO4 5NR
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
182.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 74
CO₂ Emissions
1.0 tonnes/year
5 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
55 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Oct 2025
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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £837 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CO4 postcode district contains over 17700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1517.0/yr
Hot Water
£466.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£102.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Langham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Boxted St Peter's Church of England School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Brinkley Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
The Trinity School
SecondaryThe Gilberd School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Camulos Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Stratford St Mary Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Ardleigh
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
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: 500 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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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.