Energy Performance Certificate
Fenbridge Cottage, Fenbridge Lane
CO7 6UH
COLCHESTER
Current
B
82
Potential
A
95
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO7 6UH. The property offers 275m² (2960 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (95/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Modern double glazing with very good efficiency is installed, likely featuring low-emissivity (low-E) coating for optimal thermal performance. Estimated annual energy costs are £1066, comprising £847 for heating, £117 for hot water, and £102 for lighting. The property produces 4.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Fenbridge Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this COLCHESTER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1066 are approximately £734 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 275m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.2 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 CO7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £386/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 4 Mar 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
Fenbridge Cottage
Fenbridge Lane
East Bergholt
CO7 6UH
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
275.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
82 / 100
Potential: 95
CO₂ Emissions
4.2 tonnes/year
15 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
95 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Mar 2015
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. The CO7 postcode district contains over 11900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler & underfloor, mains gas
£847.0/yr
Hot Water
£117.0/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£102.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.26 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler & underfloor, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Dedham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2012
East Bergholt High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Stratford St Mary Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Highfields Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Lawford Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Manningtree High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
Brooklands Primary School
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: 20 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 2026Anti-social behaviour
4 incidents (57%)
Burglary
1 incidents (14%)
Public order
1 incidents (14%)
violent crime
1 incidents (14%)
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.
Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.
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.