Energy Performance Certificate
Lennel House, Tudwick Hall Road
CO5 0SJ
COLCHESTER
Current
C
71
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO5 0SJ. The property offers 488m² (5253 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2738, comprising £2349 for heating, £238 for hot water, and £151 for lighting. The property produces 9.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Lennel House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this COLCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2738 annually are £938 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 488m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 9.4 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
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 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £2058/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 11 Jan 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
Lennel House
Tudwick Hall Road
Tiptree
CO5 0SJ
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
INVALID!
Floor Area
488.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
9.4 tonnes/year
19 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
114 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Jan 2016
FiT application
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 £1669 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CO5 postcode district contains over 9800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£2349.0/yr
Hot Water
£238.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£151.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (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
Tiptree Heath Primary School
PrimarySt Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Milldene Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Tolleshunt D'Arcy St Nicholas Primary Academy
PrimaryBaynards Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Great Totham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Messing Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
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: 8 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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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.