Energy Performance Certificate
11 Royal Quarter, 98 Ickleford Road
SG5 1TF
HITCHIN
Current
C
74
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in HITCHIN, SG5 1TF. The property offers 65m² (700 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £847, comprising £315 for heating, £454 for hot water, and £78 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 11 Royal Quarter Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this HITCHIN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £847 are approximately £953 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.8 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 SG5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HITCHIN
vs SG5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £158/year more than the HITCHIN average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 20 Jan 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
11 Royal Quarter
98 Ickleford Road
SG5 1TF
HITCHIN
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
65.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
1.8 tonnes/year
28 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
167 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Jan 2025
marketed sale
About HITCHIN
HITCHIN is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in HITCHIN have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £374 below the HITCHIN average, offering good value. The SG5 postcode district contains over 13500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£315.0/yr
Save £134/yr
Hot Water
£454.0/yr
Save £201/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£78.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hitchin Boys' School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Hitchin Girls' School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2013
St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Strathmore Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Highbury Infant School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
The Priory School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
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
60 incidents (33%)
Anti-social behaviour
45 incidents (24%)
Criminal damage
14 incidents (8%)
Shoplifting
14 incidents (8%)
Theft
13 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.
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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.