Energy Performance Certificate
Rowan House, Ardleigh Road
CO7 6EE
COLCHESTER
Current
A
92
Potential
A
92
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO7 6EE. The property offers 781m² (8407 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (92/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £5376, comprising £4325 for heating, £561 for hot water, and £490 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Rowan House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 92/100, this COLCHESTER property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Energy costs of £5376 annually are £3576 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 781m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.5 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 CO7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 92/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £4696/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 22 Dec 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
Rowan House
Ardleigh Road
Dedham
CO7 6EE
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2022
Floor Area
781.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
92 / 100
Potential: 92
CO₂ Emissions
3.5 tonnes/year
5 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
27 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
22 Dec 2023
new dwelling
About COLCHESTER
COLCHESTER is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in COLCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £3645 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CO7 postcode district contains over 11900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£4325.0/yr
Hot Water
£561.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£490.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.21 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.10 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Dedham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2012
Langham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Ardleigh
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Stratford St Mary Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Boxted St Peter's Church of England School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Lawford Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Brinkley Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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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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.