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Energy Performance Certificate

The Ashes, Tile Works Lane

CM3 8HB

CHELSMFORD

Current

D

59

Potential

A

92

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in CHELSMFORD, CM3 8HB. The property offers 82m² (883 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (92/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £914, comprising £683 for heating, £180 for hot water, and £51 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does The Ashes Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this CHELSMFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £914 are approximately £886 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 CM3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs CHELSMFORD

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs CM3

This property59
Average59
At average

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £64/year more than the CHELSMFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
Potential
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

A(92 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 Jul 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

The Ashes

Tile Works Lane

Rettendon Common

CM3 8HB

CHELSMFORD

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

82.0

3.0 total rooms

0.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 92

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CO₂ Emissions

3.5 tonnes/year

42 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

239 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Jul 2013

none of the above

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About CHELSMFORD

CHELSMFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in CHELSMFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). The CM3 postcode district contains over 16500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

No system present: electric heaters assumed

£683.0/yr

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Hot Water

£180.0/yr

Save £87/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£51.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, with additional insulation

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

No system present: electric heaters assumed

Very Poor

Main Fuel

To be used only when there is no heating/hot-water system

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Luke's Park Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awaySS11 7LH
?Not yet rated

Rettendon Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayCM3 8DW

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

St Peters Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, West Hanningfield

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayCM2 8UQ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

East Hanningfield Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayCM3 8AE

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Runwell Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awaySS11 7BJ

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Hilltop Junior School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awaySS11 8LT

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayCM3 8RJ
?Not yet rated

Hilltop Infant School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awaySS11 8LT
?Not yet rated

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 404 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:404 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:162 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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.

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