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Energy Performance Certificate

15, Doncaster Close

SG1 5RY

STEVENAGE

Current

D

57

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in STEVENAGE, SG1 5RY. The property offers 113m² (1216 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1319, comprising £1039 for heating, £172 for hot water, and £108 for lighting. The property produces 6.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2015 for £385,000.

How Does 15, Doncaster Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this STEVENAGE property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1319 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 113m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SG1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs STEVENAGE

This property57
Average64
-11% below
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vs SG1

This property57
Average64
-11% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £695/year more than the STEVENAGE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(57 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 23 Jun 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

15, Doncaster Close

SG1 5RY

STEVENAGE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

113.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

6.0 tonnes/year

53 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

300 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Jun 2015

marketed sale

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About STEVENAGE

STEVENAGE is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in STEVENAGE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £415 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SG1 postcode district contains over 19700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£385,000

16 October 2015

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1039.0/yr

Save £251/yr

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Hot Water

£172.0/yr

Save £94/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£108.0/yr

Save £36/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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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 50% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Martins Wood Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySG1 5RT
?Not yet rated

The Nobel School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awaySG2 0HS

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Lodge Farm Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySG2 0HP

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Moss Bury Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySG1 5PA

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Camps Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySG2 0LT

Last inspected: Feb 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Giles Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySG1 4JQ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

The Giles Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySG1 4JQ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

The Leys Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awaySG1 4QZ

Last inspected: Mar 2018

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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