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11 Hunsdon

AL7 2PN

WELWYN GARDEN CITY

Current

D

67

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in WELWYN GARDEN CITY, AL7 2PN. The property offers 142m² (1528 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1067, comprising £815 for heating, £146 for hot water, and £106 for lighting. The property produces 5.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2023 for £617,500. 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 11 Hunsdon Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this WELWYN GARDEN CITY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1067 are approximately £733 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 142m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the AL7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs WELWYN GARDEN CITY

This property67
Average65
+3% better
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vs AL7

This property67
Average65
+3% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £498/year more than the WELWYN GARDEN CITY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(67 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 Nov 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

11 Hunsdon

AL7 2PN

WELWYN GARDEN CITY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

142.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

5.2 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

207 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Nov 2021

rental

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About WELWYN GARDEN CITY

WELWYN GARDEN CITY is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in WELWYN GARDEN CITY have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). Heating costs are £246 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The AL7 postcode district contains over 13600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£617,500

6 October 2023

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£815.0/yr

Save £144/yr

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Hot Water

£146.0/yr

Save £72/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£106.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (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

Springmead Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayAL7 2HB

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Watchlytes Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayAL7 2AZ
?Not yet rated

Ridgeway Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayAL7 2AF

Last inspected: Jan 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Panshanger Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayAL7 1QY

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍1 miles awayAL7 3JP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Tewin Cowper Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayAL6 0JU

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

The Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayAL7 1PG

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Waterside Academy

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayAL7 1NZ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

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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Area Safety

Moderate88 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

34 incidents (39%)

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Anti-social behaviour

18 incidents (20%)

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Criminal damage

9 incidents (10%)

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Vehicle crime

8 incidents (9%)

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Burglary

6 incidents (7%)

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.

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