Energy Performance Certificate
117 Bury Road, Shillington
SG5 3NZ
HITCHIN
Current
D
67
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in HITCHIN, SG5 3NZ. The property offers 139m² (1496 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. 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 (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1692, comprising £1326 for heating, £149 for hot water, and £217 for lighting. The property produces 4.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2025 for £485,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 117 Bury Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this HITCHIN property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1692 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 139m², 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 SG5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HITCHIN
vs SG5
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: £1003/year more than the HITCHIN average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 6 Nov 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
117 Bury Road
Shillington
SG5 3NZ
HITCHIN
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
139.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
67 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
4.9 tonnes/year
35 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
191 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
6 Nov 2024
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). Heating costs are £637 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SG5 postcode district contains over 13500 registered properties. Like many HITCHIN properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£485,000
21 March 2025
Type: Terraced
vs previous sale
£385,000
22 July 2016
Type: Terraced
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 26.0% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1326.0/yr
Save £404/yr
Hot Water
£149.0/yr
Lighting
48.0% low energy
£217.0/yr
Save £74/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 48% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Shillington Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Gravenhurst Academy
PrimaryMeppershall Church of England Academy
PrimaryStondon Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Campton Academy
PrimaryPirton School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Shefford Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Silsoe CofE VC Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
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: 162 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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
4 incidents (57%)
Anti-social behaviour
2 incidents (29%)
Robbery
1 incidents (14%)
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.