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16 KIMPTON ROAD, BLACKMORE END

AL4 8LD

BLACKMORE END

Current

C

79

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in BLACKMORE END, AL4 8LD. The property offers 188m² (2024 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £911, comprising £655 for heating, £113 for hot water, and £143 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2021 for £1,350,000.

How Does 16 KIMPTON ROAD Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this BLACKMORE END property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £911 are approximately £889 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 188m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.9 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 property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs BLACKMORE END

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs AL4

This property79
Average62
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £61/year more than the BLACKMORE END average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(79 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 6 Oct 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

16 KIMPTON ROAD

BLACKMORE END

AL4 8LD

BLACKMORE END

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

188.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

3.9 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

115 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

6 Oct 2020

marketed sale

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About BLACKMORE END

BLACKMORE END is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in BLACKMORE END have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The AL4 postcode district contains over 8500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£1,350,000

1 June 2021

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

£655.0/yr

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Hot Water

£113.0/yr

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Lighting

87.0% low energy

£143.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 87% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Kimpton Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySG4 8RB

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Sauncey Wood Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayAL5 5HL

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Katherine Warington School

Secondary
📍2 miles awayAL5 5FH
?Not yet rated

St Helen's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayAL4 8AN

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Sir John Lawes School

Secondary
📍2.2 miles awayAL5 4QP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

Manland Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayAL5 4QW

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

The Lea Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayAL5 4LE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Crabtree Junior School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayAL5 5PU
?Not yet rated

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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