Energy Performance Certificate
Pennyfields, School Lane
CM1 7HF
CHELMSFORD
Current
F
32
Potential
D
64
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,577
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,009
potential per year
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in CHELMSFORD, CM1 7HF. The property offers 85m² (915 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (32/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (64/100). 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, 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 £1577, comprising £1227 for heating, £270 for hot water, and £80 for lighting. The property produces 7.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Sept 2015
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Some double glazing
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, dual fuel (mineral and wood)
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
67.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Pennyfields
School Lane
CM1 7HF
CHELMSFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
85.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
7.8 tonnes/year
92 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
425 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in CHELMSFORD
CHELMSFORD properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CM1) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, dual fuel (mineral and wood)
£1227 /yr
Save £394/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£270 /yr
Save £155/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
67.0% low energy
£80 /yr
Save £19/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Broomfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Chelmer Valley High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Newlands Spring Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Parkwood Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
St Pius X Catholic Primary School
PrimaryKings Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
41 incidents (49%)
Anti-social behaviour
16 incidents (19%)
Theft
9 incidents (11%)
Vehicle crime
5 incidents (6%)
Other crime
4 incidents (5%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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