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16, Cranefield Drive

WD25 9TX

WATFORD

Current

C

72

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in WATFORD, WD25 9TX. The property offers 82mยฒ (883 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 ยฃ646, comprising ยฃ383 for heating, ยฃ124 for hot water, and ยฃ139 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2020 for ยฃ335,000.

How Does 16, Cranefield Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this WATFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of ยฃ646 are approximately ยฃ1154 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. At 2.6 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 WD25 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs WATFORD

This property72
Average64
+13% better
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vs WD25

This property72
Average63
+14% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ38/year more than the WATFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 29 Oct 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

16, Cranefield Drive

WD25 9TX

WATFORD

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

82.0 mยฒ

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

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Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 86

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

31 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

179 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

29 Oct 2019

marketed sale

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About WATFORD

WATFORD is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in WATFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are ยฃ225 below the WATFORD average, offering good value. The WD25 postcode district contains over 8900 registered properties.

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Property Sale History

ยฃ335,000

13 October 2020

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

ยฃ383.0/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ124.0/yr

Save ยฃ45/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

ยฃ139.0/yr

Save ยฃ70/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good
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Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Coates Way JMI and Nursery School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขWD25 9NW

Last inspected: Mar 2019

โœ“Good

St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขWD25 7HP

Last inspected: Sept 2023

โœ“Good

Saint Michael's Catholic High School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขWD25 0SS

Last inspected: Nov 2014

โญOutstanding

Mount Pleasant Lane Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขAL2 3XA

Last inspected: Oct 2022

โœ“Good

Future Academies Watford

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขWD25 7HW

Last inspected: Jun 2022

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Parmiter's School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขWD25 0UU

Last inspected: Sept 2011

โญOutstanding

The Grove Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“1 miles awayโ€ขWD25 9RH

Last inspected: Nov 2022

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery

Primary
๐Ÿ“1 miles awayโ€ขWD25 7NX

Last inspected: Jun 2022

โญ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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

โšก 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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