Energy Performance Certificate
Oakwood House, St. Stephens Road
CM3 6JE
CHELMSFORD
Current
C
69
Potential
C
69
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM3 6JE. The property offers 335m² (3606 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. 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 £3067, comprising £2563 for heating, £218 for hot water, and £286 for lighting. The property produces 8.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Oakwood House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this CHELMSFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £3067 annually are £1267 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 335m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.2 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 CM3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHELMSFORD
vs CM3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £2375/year more than the CHELMSFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 4 Apr 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Oakwood House
St. Stephens Road
CM3 6JE
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
335.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 69
CO₂ Emissions
8.2 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
85 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Apr 2024
not sale or rental
About CHELMSFORD
CHELMSFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in CHELMSFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £1871 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM3 postcode district contains over 16500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£2563.0/yr
Hot Water
£218.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£286.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, insulated
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (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
Cold Norton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2012
Purleigh Community Primary School
PrimaryLatchingdon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
William de Ferrers School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Trinity St Mary's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Woodham Ferrers
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Woodville Primary School
PrimaryCollingwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2021
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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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.