Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 5, 2 Tindal Street
CM1 1ER
CHELMSFORD
Current
D
62
Potential
D
62
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in CHELMSFORD, CM1 1ER. The property offers 49m² (527 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average 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 £1596, comprising £870 for heating, £627 for hot water, and £99 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 5 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this CHELMSFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1596 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 49m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 CM1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHELMSFORD
vs CM1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £904/year more than the CHELMSFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 15 Sept 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 5
2 Tindal Street
CM1 1ER
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
49.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
62 / 100
Potential: 62
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
46 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
270 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
15 Sept 2023
rental
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. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CHELMSFORD area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, electric
£870.0/yr
Hot Water
£627.0/yr
Lighting
83.0% low energy
£99.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Flat, insulated
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Trinity Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Oaklands Infant School
PrimaryMaltese Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Chelmsford County High School for Girls
SecondaryKings Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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.