What is the average EPC rating in CM3 5?

The average EPC rating in CM3 5 is band D. This is based on 3,868 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Chelmsford.

How many properties in CM3 5 need energy improvements?

62% of properties in CM3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 38% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in CM3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in CM3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,075 properties), solar water heating (15,410 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,842 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in CM3 5

3,868 properties in CM3 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the CM3 average. 62% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of CM3 in Chelmsford. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,868

Band A-C

38%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

62%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across CM3 5.

A0%

B4%

C34%

D51%

E10%

F1%

G0%

Most properties in CM3 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in CM3 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Berry Vale House•2 months ago	House	C	2 months ago	View report
Great Smials House•2 months ago	House	D	2 months ago	View report
Crouch Beck House•2 months ago	House	D	2 months ago	View report
Tylers Ride Flat•2 months ago	Flat	B	2 months ago	View report
Thornborough Avenue Flat•2 months ago	Flat	D	2 months ago	View report
Bulbecks Walk House•2 months ago	House	C	2 months ago	View report
Roding Leigh House•2 months ago	House	C	2 months ago	View report
Saltcoats House•2 months ago	House	C	2 months ago	View report
Thornborough Avenue House•2 months ago	House	C	2 months ago	View report
Thornborough Avenue Maisonette•2 months ago	Maisonette	D	2 months ago	View report

Common improvements in CM3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
16075 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
15410 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
9842 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
6816 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
5612 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about CM3 5

: The average EPC rating in CM3 5 is band D. This is based on 3,868 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Chelmsford.
: 62% of properties in CM3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 38% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in CM3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,075 properties), solar water heating (15,410 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,842 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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