Energy Performance Certificate
1a, Midway
AL3 4BD
ST. ALBANS
Current
C
78
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL3 4BD. The property offers 141.03m² (1518 sq ft) of spacious living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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 £1396, comprising £1041 for heating, £255 for hot water, and £100 for lighting. The property produces 5.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 1a, Midway Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this ST. ALBANS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1396 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 141.03m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the AL3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £649/year more than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 30 Nov 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
1a, Midway
AL3 4BD
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
141.03 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
5.8 tonnes/year
17 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
96 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
30 Nov 2010
new dwelling
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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £294 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The AL3 postcode district contains over 9200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1041.0/yr
Hot Water
£255.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£100.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.24 W/m?K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m?K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m?K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Marlborough Science Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
St Adrian Roman Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Killigrew Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Prae Wood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Mandeville Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
St Peter's School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
33 incidents (26%)
violent crime
25 incidents (19%)
Theft
22 incidents (17%)
Shoplifting
14 incidents (11%)
Vehicle crime
10 incidents (8%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.
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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.