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Energy Performance Certificate

1, Willows Link

SG2 8AR

STEVENAGE

Current

C

72

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in STEVENAGE, SG2 8AR. The property offers 136m² (1464 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1347, comprising £977 for heating, £290 for hot water, and £80 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2019 for £405,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 1, Willows Link Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this STEVENAGE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1347 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 136m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SG2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs STEVENAGE

This property72
Average64
+13% better
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vs SG2

This property72
Average62
+16% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £723/year more than the STEVENAGE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Jun 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

1, Willows Link

SG2 8AR

STEVENAGE

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

136.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

24 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

141 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Jun 2018

marketed sale

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About STEVENAGE

STEVENAGE is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in STEVENAGE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £353 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SG2 postcode district contains over 13100 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the STEVENAGE area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£405,000

22 February 2019

Type: Terraced

+£130,000(+47.3%)

vs previous sale

£275,000

9 January 2015

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 47.3% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£977.0/yr

Save £140/yr

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Hot Water

£290.0/yr

Save £95/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£80.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Shephalbury Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awaySG2 8AX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Longmeadow Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySG2 8LT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Roebuck Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySG2 8RG

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Barnwell School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awaySG2 9SW

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

St Margaret Clitherow Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySG2 8QJ

Last inspected: Mar 2013

Outstanding

Peartree Spring Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySG2 9GG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Featherstone Wood Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awaySG2 9PP

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍1.1 miles awaySG2 0PZ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

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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.

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