Energy Performance Certificate
Hall Cottage, Ford Lane
CO7 8AY
COLCHESTER
Current
D
68
Potential
B
90
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO7 8AY. The property offers 108m² (1163 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (90/100). The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 £1184, comprising £925 for heating, £192 for hot water, and £67 for lighting. The property produces 0.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Hall Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this COLCHESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1184 are approximately £616 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 108m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.6 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 CO7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO7
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: £504/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 17 Jul 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
Hall Cottage
Ford Lane
Alresford
CO7 8AY
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
108.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 90
CO₂ Emissions
0.6 tonnes/year
6 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
186 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Jul 2025
marketed sale
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 £245 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CO7 postcode district contains over 11900 registered properties. Like many COLCHESTER properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£925.0/yr
Save £218/yr
Hot Water
£192.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£67.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Partial double glazing
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
biomass (community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Alresford Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Colne Community School and College (Secondary and 16 to 19 Provision)
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Millfields Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Great Bentley Primary School
PrimaryFingringhoe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Broomgrove Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Broomgrove Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
6 incidents (60%)
Anti-social behaviour
1 incidents (10%)
Criminal damage
1 incidents (10%)
Theft
1 incidents (10%)
Public order
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.
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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.