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14 Stanton Close

AL4 9HT

ST. ALBANS

Current

D

59

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in ST. ALBANS, AL4 9HT. The property offers 63m² (678 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1179, comprising £794 for heating, £300 for hot water, and £85 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2025 for £420,000.

How Does 14 Stanton Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this ST. ALBANS property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1179 are approximately £621 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.7 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 AL4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs ST. ALBANS

This property59
Average62
-5% below
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vs AL4

This property59
Average62
-5% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £432/year more than the ST. ALBANS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 16 Nov 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

14 Stanton Close

AL4 9HT

ST. ALBANS

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Property Type

Bungalow

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

63.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

3.7 tonnes/year

59 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

333 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

16 Nov 2024

marketed sale

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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). The AL4 postcode district contains over 8500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£420,000

20 February 2025

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£794.0/yr

Save £286/yr

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Hot Water

£300.0/yr

Save £202/yr

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Lighting

80.0% low energy

£85.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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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 80% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Skyswood Primary & Nursery School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayAL4 9RS
?Not yet rated

St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayAL4 9RW
?Not yet rated

Sandringham School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayAL4 9NX
?Not yet rated

Oakwood Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayAL4 0XA

Last inspected: Apr 2014

Outstanding

Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayAL4 9NT
?Not yet rated

Wheatfields Junior Mixed School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayAL4 9NT

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Sandridge School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayAL4 9EB

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Beaumont School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayAL4 0XB

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

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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