Energy Performance Certificate
2, Cotton Spring View, Flamstead
AL3 8BJ
ST. ALBANS
Current
B
82
Potential
B
89
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL3 8BJ. The property offers 296m² (3186 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), 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 £1192, comprising £678 for heating, £401 for hot water, and £113 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 2, Cotton Spring View Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this ST. ALBANS property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1192 are approximately £608 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 296m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.9 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 AL3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL3
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: £445/year more than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 10 May 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
2, Cotton Spring View
Flamstead
AL3 8BJ
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
296.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
82 / 100
Potential: 89
CO₂ Emissions
3.9 tonnes/year
13 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
79 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 May 2016
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. 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 heating, pipes in screed above insulation, electric
£678.0/yr
Hot Water
£401.0/yr
Save £169/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£113.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, Underfloor heating, pipes in screed above insulation, 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
Markyate Village School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Flamstead Village School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Gaddesden Row JMI School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Slip End Village School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Kensworth Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Studham Village CofE Academy
PrimaryCaddington Village School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Redbourn Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
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: 20 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.