Energy Performance Certificate
10a, Grimthorpe Close
AL3 5RW
ST. ALBANS
Current
D
68
Potential
D
68
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in ST. ALBANS, AL3 5RW. The property offers 35.78m² (385 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £474, comprising £344 for heating, £108 for hot water, and £22 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does 10a, Grimthorpe Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this ST. ALBANS property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £474 are approximately £1326 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 35.78m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.4 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 AL3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £273/year less than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 21 Oct 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
10a, Grimthorpe Close
AL3 5RW
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Floor Area
35.78 m²
1.0 total rooms
1.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 68
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
66 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
393 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Oct 2009
rental (social)
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). Heating costs are £403 below the ST. ALBANS average, offering good value. The AL3 postcode district contains over 9200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£344.0/yr
Hot Water
£108.0/yr
Lighting
75.0% low energy
£22.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Garden Fields Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryMargaret Wix Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Bernards Heath Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2009
St Albans Girls' School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2013
Townsend Church of England School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2018
Aboyne Lodge Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Maple Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
62 incidents (33%)
Anti-social behaviour
36 incidents (19%)
Shoplifting
19 incidents (10%)
Theft
17 incidents (9%)
Public order
12 incidents (6%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.
Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.
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.