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2 Flint Cottages, Inglewood Gardens

AL2 2EX

ST. ALBANS

Current

D

56

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL2 2EX. The property offers 219m² (2357 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 £3370, comprising £2806 for heating, £464 for hot water, and £100 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does 2 Flint Cottages Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this ST. ALBANS property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £3370 annually are £1570 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 219m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 11.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the AL2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property56
Average60
-7% below
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vs ST. ALBANS

This property56
Average62
-10% below
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vs AL2

This property56
Average62
-10% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £2623/year more than the ST. ALBANS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(56 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 Sept 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Flint Cottages

Inglewood Gardens

North Orbital Road

AL2 2EX

ST. ALBANS

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

219.0

9.0 total rooms

9.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

11.0 tonnes/year

50 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

203 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Sept 2025

marketed sale

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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). Heating costs are £2059 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The AL2 postcode district contains over 7300 registered properties. Like many ST. ALBANS properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£2806.0/yr

Save £1177/yr

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Hot Water

£464.0/yr

Save £175/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£100.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, oil

Poor

Main Fuel

oil (not community)

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Lighting

Excellent lighting efficiency

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Mandeville Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayAL1 2LE

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Park Street Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayAL2 2LX

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

St Adrian Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayAL1 2PB

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

How Wood Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayAL2 2HU

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Samuel Ryder Academy

All-through
📍1 miles awayAL1 5AR

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

The Marlborough Science Academy

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayAL1 2QA

Last inspected: Feb 2018

Good

Killigrew Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayAL2 3HD

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

St Peter's School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayAL1 1HL

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 20 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:20 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:3 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Moderate99 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

28 incidents (28%)

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violent crime

22 incidents (22%)

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Theft

17 incidents (17%)

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Vehicle crime

10 incidents (10%)

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Shoplifting

7 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. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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