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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 21, Isinglass Mews

CO6 1NW

COLCHESTER

Current

C

79

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in COLCHESTER, CO6 1NW. The property offers 146m² (1572 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £1682, comprising £1075 for heating, £303 for hot water, and £304 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 21 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this COLCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1682 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 146m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.1 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 CO6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs COLCHESTER

This property79
Average63
+25% better
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vs CO6

This property79
Average57
+39% better

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: £1002/year more than the COLCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(79 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 21 Dec 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 21

Isinglass Mews

West Street

CO6 1NW

COLCHESTER

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Property Type

Maisonette

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

146.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

120 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Dec 2023

marketed sale

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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 £395 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CO6 postcode district contains over 8800 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1075.0/yr

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Hot Water

£303.0/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£304.0/yr

Save £102/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Partial secondary glazing

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The Honywood Community Science School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayCO6 1PZ

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Coggeshall

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCO6 1YU

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Feering Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayCO5 9QB

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayCO5 9DS

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Outstanding

Silver End Academy

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayCM8 3RZ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Stisted Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍3 miles awayCM77 8AN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

Rivenhall Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayCM8 3PQ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

St Andrew's Church of England Primary Academy, Marks Tey

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayCO6 1HL
?Not yet rated

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 249 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:249 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:37 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Very Low Crime10 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

3 incidents (30%)

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Public order

2 incidents (20%)

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Vehicle crime

2 incidents (20%)

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Anti-social behaviour

1 incidents (10%)

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Theft

1 incidents (10%)

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.

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