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Energy Performance Certificate

2, Parish Close

WD25 0JR

WATFORD

Current

C

72

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in WATFORD, WD25 0JR. The property offers 55.8m² (601 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £514, comprising £351 for heating, £109 for hot water, and £54 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2017 for £343,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 2, Parish Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this WATFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £514 are approximately £1286 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 55.8m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 WD25 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs WATFORD

This property72
Average64
+13% better
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vs WD25

This property72
Average63
+14% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £94/year less than the WATFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 26 May 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

2, Parish Close

WD25 0JR

WATFORD

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

55.8

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

42 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

253 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 May 2010

rental (private)

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About WATFORD

WATFORD is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in WATFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £257 below the WATFORD average, offering good value. The WD25 postcode district contains over 8900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£343,000

10 March 2017

Type: Terraced

+£73,000(+27.0%)

vs previous sale

£270,000

1 June 2015

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 27.0% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£351/yr

Save £62/yr

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Hot Water

£109/yr

Save £30/yr

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Lighting

25.0% low energy

£54/yr

Save £23/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 25% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWD25 7HP

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Coates Way JMI and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWD25 9NW

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Future Academies Watford

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayWD25 7HW

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

The Grove Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWD25 9RH

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Saint Michael's Catholic High School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayWD25 0SS

Last inspected: Nov 2014

Outstanding

Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWD25 7NX

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Outstanding

Kingsway Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWD25 0JH

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Kingsway Infants' School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWD25 0ES

Last inspected: Jan 2023

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 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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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.

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