Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 60 Ray House, Carrington Court
CO5 8EG
COLCHESTER
Current
A
103
Potential
A
103
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in COLCHESTER, CO5 8EG. The property offers 58m² (624 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of A (103/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £399, comprising £261 for heating, £91 for hot water, and £47 for lighting.
How Does Flat 60 Ray House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 103/100, this COLCHESTER property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £399 are approximately £1401 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 58m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m².
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 103/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £281/year less than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 3 Sept 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 60 Ray House
Carrington Court
West Mersea
CO5 8EG
COLCHESTER
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
58.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
103 / 100
Potential: 103
CO₂ Emissions
-0.4 tonnes/year
-7 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
-50 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Sept 2019
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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £419 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, mains gas
£261.0/yr
Hot Water
£91.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£47.0/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, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (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
Mersea Island School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Langenhoe Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Tollesbury School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
St Cedd's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Fingringhoe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Colne Community School and College (Secondary and 16 to 19 Provision)
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Cherry Tree Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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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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.