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Greensleeves, Layer Breton Hill

CO2 0PP

COLCHESTER

Current

D

68

Potential

D

68

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in COLCHESTER, CO2 0PP. The property offers 29.07m² (313 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £408, comprising £298 for heating, £89 for hot water, and £21 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does Greensleeves Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this COLCHESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £408 are approximately £1392 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 29.07m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.9 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 CO2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs COLCHESTER

This property68
Average63
+8% better
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vs CO2

This property68
Average64
+6% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £272/year less than the COLCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

D(68 points)

Based on assessment dated 31 Mar 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

Greensleeves

Layer Breton Hill

Layer Breton

CO2 0PP

COLCHESTER

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

29.07

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 68

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CO₂ Emissions

2.9 tonnes/year

98 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

556 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

31 Mar 2012

rental (private)

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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). Heating costs are £382 below the COLCHESTER average, offering good value. The CO2 postcode district contains over 14800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£298.0/yr

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Hot Water

£89.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£21.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Birch Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayCO2 0LZ

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Layer-de-la-Haye Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayCO2 0DS

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayCO6 1BX

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Milldene Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayCO5 0EF

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Messing Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayCO5 9TH

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre

Secondary
📍3.2 miles awayCO5 0EW

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayCO2 9RA

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayCO5 0SU

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 407 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:407 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:163 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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.

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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