Energy Performance Certificate
1a, Vicarage Road
WD18 0DE
WATFORD
Current
E
51
Potential
E
54
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
E
With improvements
⚖️ Landlord Compliance — Current & Future Requirements
This E-rated rental property currently meets the minimum standard (E or above). However, with the proposed upgrade to C by 2028, landlords will need to invest in improvements. Planning now — rather than at the last minute — allows you to take advantage of grants and spread costs.
Get Compliance Quote →Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,111
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,063
potential per year
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Check Eligibility →How to Improve This E-Rated Property to a C
With targeted upgrades, this property could reach E — saving up to £48/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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About This E-Rated Property
This terraced house is located in WATFORD, WD18 0DE. The property offers 129.62m² (1395 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property has an EPC rating of E (51/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £1111, comprising £893 for heating, £100 for hot water, and £118 for lighting. The property produces 7.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. For landlords: This property currently meets the minimum E rating requirement under MEES regulations. However, the government has proposed increasing the minimum to C by 2028 for new tenancies and 2030 for existing tenancies, so consider planning upgrades now.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Mar 2009
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Solid brick, as built, insulated (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
🪟 Windows
Partial double glazing
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
1a, Vicarage Road
WD18 0DE
WATFORD
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
129.62 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
7.4 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
341 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in WATFORD
WATFORD has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£893 /yr
🚿 Hot Water
£100 /yr
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£118 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Watford Grammar School for Girls
SecondaryChater Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2013
Central Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Field Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2017
Watford Field School (Infant & Nursery)
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Watford St John's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Chater Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Laurance Haines School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
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) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
172 incidents (30%)
Anti-social behaviour
129 incidents (23%)
Shoplifting
45 incidents (8%)
Criminal damage
44 incidents (8%)
Theft
38 incidents (7%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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