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20, Beechside, Gamlingay

SG19 3NB

SANDY

Current

D

62

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in SANDY, SG19 3NB. The property offers 106m² (1141 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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, 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 £1048, comprising £806 for heating, £106 for hot water, and £136 for lighting. The property produces 4.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 20, Beechside Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this SANDY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1048 are approximately £752 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 106m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SG19 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs SANDY

This property62
Average62
At average
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vs SG19

This property62
Average61
+2% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £308/year more than the SANDY 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(62 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 17 Mar 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

20, Beechside

Gamlingay

SG19 3NB

SANDY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

106.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

4.8 tonnes/year

45 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

256 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Mar 2018

rental (private)

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About SANDY

SANDY is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in SANDY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The SG19 postcode district contains over 8300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£806.0/yr

Save £108/yr

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Hot Water

£106.0/yr

Save £33/yr

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Lighting

20.0% low energy

£136.0/yr

Save £60/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 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, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 20% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Gamlingay Village Primary

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySG19 3HD

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Everton Heath Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awaySG19 2LE
?Not yet rated

Potton Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awaySG19 2PG

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Barnabas Oley CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awaySG19 3AE

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Outstanding

Sutton CofE VA Lower School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awaySG19 2NE

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Wrestlingworth CofE VC Lower School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awaySG19 2EU

Last inspected: Jun 2008

Outstanding

Sandy Secondary School

Secondary
📍4.2 miles awaySG19 1BL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Maple Tree Primary School

Primary
📍4.2 miles awaySG19 2WA

Last inspected: Sept 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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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.

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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