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12, Adele Avenue

AL6 0AU

WELWYN

Current

D

66

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached maisonette is located in WELWYN, AL6 0AU. The property offers 63m² (678 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £654, comprising £433 for heating, £124 for hot water, and £97 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 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 12, Adele Avenue Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this WELWYN property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £654 are approximately £1146 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.8 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 AL6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs WELWYN

This property66
Average62
+6% better
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vs AL6

This property66
Average60
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £362/year less than the WELWYN average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(66 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Apr 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

12, Adele Avenue

AL6 0AU

WELWYN

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Property Type

Maisonette

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

63.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

45 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

255 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Apr 2019

rental (private)

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About WELWYN

WELWYN is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in WELWYN have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £583 below the WELWYN average, offering good value. The AL6 postcode district contains over 3600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WELWYN area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£433.0/yr

Save £152/yr

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Hot Water

£124.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£97.0/yr

Save £48/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Some double glazing

Poor
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St John's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayAL6 0BX

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Harwood Hill Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayAL8 7AG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Homerswood Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayAL8 7RF

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Waterside Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayAL7 1NZ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

The Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayAL7 1PG

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Monk's Walk School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayAL8 7NL

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Welwyn St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayAL6 9DJ

Last inspected: Sept 2013

Outstanding

Templewood Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayAL8 7SD

Last inspected: Oct 2021

⚠️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: 321 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:321 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:48 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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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