Energy Performance Certificate
14, The Dell
AL1 4HE
ST. ALBANS
Current
B
81
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in ST. ALBANS, AL1 4HE. The property offers 138.45m² (1490 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £575, comprising £371 for heating, £92 for hot water, and £112 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 14, The Dell Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this ST. ALBANS property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £575 are approximately £1225 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 138.45m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.5 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 AL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £172/year less than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 29 Mar 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
14, The Dell
AL1 4HE
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
138.45 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
81 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
18 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
94 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
29 Mar 2012
marketed sale
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 £376 below the ST. ALBANS average, offering good value. The AL1 postcode district contains over 15000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£371.0/yr
Hot Water
£92.0/yr
Lighting
27.0% low energy
£112.0/yr
Save £47/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 28% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Verulam School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Fleetville Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryFleetville Junior School
PrimaryBernards Heath Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Oakwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2014
St Alban & St Stephen Catholic Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2011
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
PrimaryBernards Heath Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2009
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 2026violent crime
55 incidents (31%)
Anti-social behaviour
47 incidents (27%)
Theft
16 incidents (9%)
Vehicle crime
14 incidents (8%)
Criminal damage
9 incidents (5%)
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.