Energy Performance Certificate
1 Mount Pleasant
AL3 4QH
ST. ALBANS
Current
A
99
Potential
A
99
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL3 4QH. The property offers 581m² (6254 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (99/100), 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 £1837, comprising £1242 for heating, £344 for hot water, and £251 for lighting. The property produces 0.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2020 for £1,800,000.
How Does 1 Mount Pleasant Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 99/100, this ST. ALBANS property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1837 are close to the UK average. At 581m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 0.1 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the AL3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 99/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £1090/year more than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 22 May 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
1 Mount Pleasant
AL3 4QH
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2025
Floor Area
581.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
99 / 100
Potential: 99
CO₂ Emissions
0.1 tonnes/year
0 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
1 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
22 May 2025
not sale or rental
About ST. ALBANS
ST. ALBANS is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in ST. ALBANS have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £495 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The AL3 postcode district contains over 9200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£1,800,000
9 September 2020
Type: O
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric, Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1242.0/yr
Hot Water
£344.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£251.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric, Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Aboyne Lodge Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Alban City School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Maple Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
St Peter's School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
Loreto College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2013
Prae Wood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
About 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: 500 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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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.