What is the average EPC rating in CM3 7?

The average EPC rating in CM3 7 is band C. This is based on 359 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Chelmsford.

How many properties in CM3 7 need energy improvements?

47% of properties in CM3 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 53% 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 7

359 properties in CM3 7 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the CM3 average. 47% of homes are rated D-G. 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

359

Band A-C

53%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

47%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across CM3 7.

A0%

B1%

C52%

D42%

E5%

F0%

G0%

Energy efficiency in CM3 7 is typical for the CM3 area. There are opportunities for improvement across various property types.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Penshurst Drive House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Haddon Mead House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Ormesby Chine House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Ormesby Chine House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
The Withy Windle Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Ormesby Chine House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Treebeard Copse Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Celeborn Street House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Bywater Road Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	C	Today	View report
Celeborn Street House•6 months ago	House	C	6 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 7

: The average EPC rating in CM3 7 is band C. This is based on 359 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Chelmsford.
: 47% of properties in CM3 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 53% 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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