Energy Performance Certificate
The Firs, Maldon Road
CO3 0SL
COLCHESTER
Current
A
97
Potential
A
99
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in COLCHESTER, CO3 0SL. The property offers 120m² (1292 sq ft) of spacious living space. With an EPC rating of A (97/100), 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 £916, comprising £379 for heating, £473 for hot water, and £64 for lighting.
How Does The Firs Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 97/100, this COLCHESTER property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £916 are approximately £884 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 120m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CO3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COLCHESTER
vs CO3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 97/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £236/year more than the COLCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 9 Dec 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
The Firs
Maldon Road
Stanway
CO3 0SL
COLCHESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2024
Floor Area
120.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
97 / 100
Potential: 99
CO₂ Emissions
0.0 tonnes/year
0 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
3 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
9 Dec 2024
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 £301 below the COLCHESTER average, offering good value. The CO3 postcode district contains over 10800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, radiators and underfloor, electric
£379.0/yr
Hot Water
£473.0/yr
Save £123/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£64.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, radiators and underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Stanway Fiveways Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Lakelands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Gosbecks Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
The Stanway School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Stanway Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Colchester
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2014
Birch Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Paxman Academy
SecondaryAbout 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: 333 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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Criminal damage
2 incidents (40%)
Theft
1 incidents (20%)
Public order
1 incidents (20%)
violent crime
1 incidents (20%)
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. 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.