Energy Performance Certificate
12 Tithe Barn Close
AL1 2QD
ST. ALBANS
Current
A
92
Potential
A
92
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL1 2QD. The property offers 363m² (3907 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (92/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £1648, comprising £1106 for heating, £406 for hot water, and £136 for lighting. The property produces 0.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2025 for £2,200,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 12 Tithe Barn Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 92/100, this ST. ALBANS property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. At £1648 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 363m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 0.4 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 AL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 92/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £901/year more than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 25 Apr 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
12 Tithe Barn Close
AL1 2QD
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2024
Floor Area
363.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
92 / 100
Potential: 92
CO₂ Emissions
0.4 tonnes/year
1 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
14 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
25 Apr 2024
new dwelling
About ST. ALBANS
ST. ALBANS is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in ST. ALBANS have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £359 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The AL1 postcode district contains over 15000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£2,200,000
27 March 2025
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£840,000
24 June 2022
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 161.9% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1106.0/yr
Hot Water
£406.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£136.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Excelent lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Marlborough Science Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
St Adrian Roman Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Mandeville Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Killigrew Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Prae Wood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
St Peter's School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 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 2026Anti-social behaviour
45 incidents (30%)
violent crime
26 incidents (17%)
Theft
25 incidents (17%)
Shoplifting
18 incidents (12%)
Vehicle crime
10 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.