Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 11 Western House, Church Road
CO5 9JQ
COLCHESTER
Current
C
69
Potential
C
69
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in COLCHESTER, CO5 9JQ. The property offers 41m² (441 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £404, comprising £252 for heating, £120 for hot water, and £32 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 11 Western House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this COLCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £404 are approximately £1396 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 41m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.2 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 CO5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £276/year less than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 31 Jan 2018
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 11 Western House
Church Road
Kelvedon
CO5 9JQ
COLCHESTER
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
41.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 69
CO₂ Emissions
1.2 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
138 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
31 Jan 2018
rental (social)
About COLCHESTER
COLCHESTER is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in COLCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £428 below the COLCHESTER average, offering good value. The CO5 postcode district contains over 9800 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the COLCHESTER area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
£252.0/yr
Hot Water
£120.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£32.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, LPG
Main Fuel
LPG (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Feering Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Messing Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Baynards Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Rivenhall Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Coggeshall
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Milldene Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 165 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.