Energy Performance Certificate
Rowan House, Birch Street
CO2 0NL
COLCHESTER
Current
E
47
Potential
C
71
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£2,416
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,618
potential per year
This property costs approximately £616 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £798 annually.
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C — saving up to £798/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO2 0NL. The property offers 167m² (1798 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property has an EPC rating of E (47/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (71/100). 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £2416, comprising £1955 for heating, £209 for hot water, and £252 for lighting. The property produces 8.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 30 May 2025
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Partial secondary glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
32.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 32% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Rowan House
Birch Street
CO2 0NL
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
167.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
8.0 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
224 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in COLCHESTER
COLCHESTER has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£1955 /yr
Save £615/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£209 /yr
Save £82/yr
💡 Lighting
32.0% low energy
£252 /yr
Save £101/yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Birch Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Layer-de-la-Haye Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Messing Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Gosbecks Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Lakelands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Milldene Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
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: 448 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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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