Energy Performance Certificate
15, Richmond Walk
AL4 9BA
ST. ALBANS
Current
C
70
Potential
A
99
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL4 9BA. The property offers 42m² (452 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (99/100). 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £498, comprising £276 for heating, £155 for hot water, and £67 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2024 for £260,000.
How Does 15, Richmond Walk Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this ST. ALBANS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £498 are approximately £1302 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 42m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.1 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 AL4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £249/year less than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 2 Sept 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
15, Richmond Walk
AL4 9BA
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Enclosed Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
42.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 99
CO₂ Emissions
2.1 tonnes/year
50 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
294 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
2 Sept 2015
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). Heating costs are £471 below the ST. ALBANS average, offering good value. The AL4 postcode district contains over 8500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£260,000
22 March 2024
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£276.0/yr
Save £104/yr
Hot Water
£155.0/yr
Save £86/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£67.0/yr
Save £31/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Skyswood Primary & Nursery School
PrimarySt John Fisher Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
PrimarySandringham School
SecondaryWheatfields Infants' and Nursery School
PrimaryWheatfields Junior Mixed School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Sandridge School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Oakwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2014
Beaumont School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2014
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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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.