What is the average EPC rating in CM3 8?

The average EPC rating in CM3 8 is band D. This is based on 881 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Chelmsford.

How many properties in CM3 8 need energy improvements?

67% of properties in CM3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 33% 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 (16,576 properties), solar water heating (15,587 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,917 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in CM3 8

881 properties in CM3 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the CM3 average. 67% 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

881

Band A-C

33%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

67%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across CM3 8.

A5%

B6%

C22%

D32%

E22%

F10%

G2%

Most properties in CM3 8 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
Meadow Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Ashley Green House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Highfields Mead House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Crouch View Cottages House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Woodstock House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Cabin 2 Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Catherine Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Quilters Farm House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
East Hanningfield Hall House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Garage Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 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
16576 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
15587 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
9917 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
7143 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
5667 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about CM3 8

: The average EPC rating in CM3 8 is band D. This is based on 881 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Chelmsford.
: 67% of properties in CM3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 33% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in CM3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,576 properties), solar water heating (15,587 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,917 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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