Energy Performance Certificate
Dolls Cottage, Nathans Lane
CM1 3RD
CHELMSFORD
Current
D
61
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM1 3RD. The property offers 136m² (1464 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1005, comprising £723 for heating, £166 for hot water, and £116 for lighting. The property produces 6.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does Dolls Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this CHELMSFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1005 are approximately £795 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 136m², 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 CM1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHELMSFORD
vs CM1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £313/year more than the CHELMSFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 3 Nov 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
Dolls Cottage
Nathans Lane
Edney Common
CM1 3RD
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
136.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
61 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
6.0 tonnes/year
44 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
174 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Nov 2016
marketed sale
About CHELMSFORD
CHELMSFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in CHELMSFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The CM1 postcode district contains over 24600 registered properties. Like many CHELMSFORD properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£723.0/yr
Save £183/yr
Hot Water
£166.0/yr
Save £75/yr
Lighting
47.0% low energy
£116.0/yr
Save £40/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 47% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Highwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Writtle Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Writtle Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Margaretting Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Hylands School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Roxwell Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Ingatestone Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2011
Anglo European School
SecondaryLast 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: 487 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.