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Energy Performance Certificate

19, The Approach

AL2 1FU

London Colney

Current

B

87

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in London Colney, AL2 1FU. The property offers 39m² (420 sq ft) of compact living space. With an EPC rating of B (87/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £284, comprising £90 for heating, £165 for hot water, and £29 for lighting. The property produces 0.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2024 for £250,000.

How Does 19, The Approach Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 87/100, this London Colney property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £284 are approximately £1516 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 39m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.2 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 AL2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property87
Average60
+45% better
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vs London Colney

This property87
Average82
+6% better
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vs AL2

This property87
Average62
+40% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 87/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £45/year less than the London Colney average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(87 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

Based on assessment dated 22 Mar 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

19, The Approach

AL2 1FU

London Colney

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

2023

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Floor Area

39.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

87 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

0.2 tonnes/year

4 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

44 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Mar 2024

new dwelling

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About London Colney

London Colney is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in London Colney have an average EPC rating of B (score 82/100). Heating costs are £239 below the London Colney average, offering good value. The AL2 postcode district contains over 7300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£250,000

16 April 2024

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£90.0/yr

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Hot Water

£165.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£29.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

(other premises above)

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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.1 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

London Colney Primary & Nursery School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayAL2 1JG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Bowmansgreen Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayAL2 1PH

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Saint Bernadette Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayAL2 1NL

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Samuel Ryder Academy

All-through
📍1.1 miles awayAL1 5AR

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Windermere Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayAL1 5QP

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School

Secondary
📍1.5 miles awayAL4 0TT

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Cunningham Hill Infant School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayAL1 5QJ

Last inspected: Mar 2009

Outstanding

Cunningham Hill Junior School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayAL1 5QJ

Last inspected: Dec 2011

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

🚀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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