Energy Performance Certificate
2 Barley Close, Hatfield Heath
CM22 7DB
BISHOP'S STORTFORD
Current
B
90
Potential
A
96
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BISHOP'S STORTFORD, CM22 7DB. The property offers 385m² (4144 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 12 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (90/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (96/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2670, comprising £2205 for heating, £252 for hot water, and £213 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 2 Barley Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 90/100, this BISHOP'S STORTFORD property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £2670 annually are £870 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 385m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.4 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 CM22 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BISHOP'S STORTFORD
vs CM22
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 90/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £1905/year more than the BISHOP'S STORTFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 15 Apr 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
2 Barley Close
Hatfield Heath
CM22 7DB
BISHOP'S STORTFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
385.0 m²
12.0 total rooms
12.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
90 / 100
Potential: 96
CO₂ Emissions
4.4 tonnes/year
11 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
23 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
15 Apr 2025
marketed sale
About BISHOP'S STORTFORD
BISHOP'S STORTFORD is situated in Essex, East of England. Properties in BISHOP'S STORTFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1440 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CM22 postcode district contains over 5000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£2205.0/yr
Hot Water
£252.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£213.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (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
Hatfield Heath Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hatfield Broad Oak
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Sheering Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Matching Green Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Little Hallingbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Rodings Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Fawbert and Barnard Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2009
Reedings Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
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.