Energy Performance Certificate
1a Oaklea
AL6 0PT
WELWYN
Current
B
82
Potential
A
97
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in WELWYN, AL6 0PT. The property offers 179m² (1927 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (97/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1062, comprising £819 for heating, £127 for hot water, and £116 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2025 for £645,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 1a Oaklea Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this WELWYN property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1062 are approximately £738 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 179m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.0 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 AL6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WELWYN
vs AL6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £46/year more than the WELWYN average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 8 Jun 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
1a Oaklea
AL6 0PT
WELWYN
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
179.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
82 / 100
Potential: 97
CO₂ Emissions
3.0 tonnes/year
17 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
107 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 Jun 2022
marketed sale
About WELWYN
WELWYN is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in WELWYN have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The AL6 postcode district contains over 3600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£645,000
11 April 2025
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£717,500
28 July 2017
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£819.0/yr
Save £35/yr
Hot Water
£127.0/yr
Save £47/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£116.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Oaklands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
St Michael's Woolmer Green CofE VA Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Welwyn St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2013
Monk's Walk School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St John's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Homerswood Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Harwood Hill Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Codicote Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2013
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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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.