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13b Furzefield Road

AL7 3RL

WELWYN GARDEN CITY

Current

D

62

Potential

D

62

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in WELWYN GARDEN CITY, AL7 3RL. The property offers 37m² (398 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £813, comprising £661 for heating, £107 for hot water, and £45 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 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 13b Furzefield Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this WELWYN GARDEN CITY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £813 are approximately £987 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 37m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 AL7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs WELWYN GARDEN CITY

This property62
Average65
-5% below
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vs AL7

This property62
Average65
-5% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £244/year more than the WELWYN GARDEN CITY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

D(62 points)

Based on assessment dated 13 Jun 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

13b Furzefield Road

AL7 3RL

WELWYN GARDEN CITY

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

37.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 62

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

59 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

338 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Jun 2024

rental

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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.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£661.0/yr

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Hot Water

£107.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£45.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Our Lady Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayAL7 3TF

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Holwell Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayAL7 3RP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Peartree Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayAL7 3XW
?Not yet rated

Creswick Primary & Nursery School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayAL7 4FL

Last inspected: Dec 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayAL7 3JP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Applecroft School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayAL8 6JZ
?Not yet rated

Stanborough School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayAL8 6YR

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Panshanger Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayAL7 1QY

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

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

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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