Our Data Sources
8 Orchard Cottages, Chelmsford has a single entry in the Land Registry from March 2008 and a single entry in the EPC database dated May 2021.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 1 out of 5 and is considered of low accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 8 Orchard Cottages, Chelmsford would be worth £275,787, with a potential rental value of £1,548 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £244,268, with a rental value of £1,371 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
8 Orchard Cottages, Chelmsford occupies a 676 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 25 other houses in this postcode, 21 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 7th largest.
Energy Efficiency
8 Orchard Cottages, Chelmsford has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 25 May 2021.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has mostly double glazing. It is heated using Room heaters, electric.
Sold Prices
8 Orchard Cottages, Chelmsford last changed hands on 7th March 2008, selling for £160,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
That is its only recorded sale since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 69.3% since March 2008.
- Sold Mar 2008£160,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 8 sales of comparable properties within 2.6 kilometres of 8 Orchard Cottages, Chelmsford across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 17A, Lodge Crescent, Chelmsford, CM3 3DH, a freehold house, sold at £340,000 on the 9th December 2025.
Read more about house prices in CM3.
- Sold Dec 2025£340,000 | 2 Bed House17A, Lodge Crescent, Chelmsford, CM3 3DH17A, Lodge Crescent, Chelmsford, CM3 3DH
- Sold Jun 2025£300,000 | 2 Bed House30, Hurrell Down, Chelmsford, CM3 3JP30, Hurrell Down, Chelmsford, CM3 3JP
- Sold Nov 2022£362,500 | 2 Bed House50, The Chase, Chelmsford, CM3 3DE50, The Chase, Chelmsford, CM3 3DE
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 8 Orchard Cottages, Chelmsford as the 91st largest and the 97th most expensive of the 127 addresses on Main Road, Boreham, Chelmsford, CM3.
Against the CM3 postcode district average, it is £232k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Boreham Primary School1.1 km away
- Hatfield Peverel Infant and Nursery School3.4 km away
- Hatfield Peverel St Andrew's Junior School3.4 km away
- The Boswells School4.8 km away
- Chelmer Valley High School6.0 km away
- The Sandon School6.3 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Beaulieu Park|2.6 km away
- Hatfield Peverel|2.9 km away
- Chelmsford|6.8 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
