Energy Performance Certificate
12 Great Break
AL7 3EZ
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Current
C
74
Potential
B
84
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in WELWYN GARDEN CITY, AL7 3EZ. The property offers 115m² (1238 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. 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 (84/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1070, comprising £767 for heating, £191 for hot water, and £112 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 12 Great Break Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this WELWYN GARDEN CITY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1070 are approximately £730 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 115m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.2 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 AL7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WELWYN GARDEN CITY
vs AL7
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: £501/year more than the WELWYN GARDEN CITY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 20 Jun 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
12 Great Break
AL7 3EZ
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
115.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 84
CO₂ Emissions
3.2 tonnes/year
28 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
160 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Jun 2024
rental
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). The AL7 postcode district contains over 13600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WELWYN GARDEN CITY area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£767.0/yr
Hot Water
£191.0/yr
Save £67/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£112.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (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
Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Watchlytes Primary School
PrimaryRidgeway Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Panshanger Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Holwell Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Springmead Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Commonswood Primary & Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Peartree Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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
85 incidents (37%)
Anti-social behaviour
55 incidents (24%)
Criminal damage
17 incidents (7%)
Theft
14 incidents (6%)
Shoplifting
13 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.
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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.