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Energy Performance Certificate

20, Rowan Close

AL4 0ST

ST. ALBANS

Current

C

74

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in ST. ALBANS, AL4 0ST. The property offers 76m² (818 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £579, comprising £380 for heating, £120 for hot water, and £79 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2022 for £306,000.

How Does 20, Rowan Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this ST. ALBANS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £579 are approximately £1221 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.4 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 AL4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs ST. ALBANS

This property74
Average62
+19% better
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vs AL4

This property74
Average62
+19% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £168/year less than the ST. ALBANS 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(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 2 Oct 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

20, Rowan Close

AL4 0ST

ST. ALBANS

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

76.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

31 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

177 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Oct 2020

rental

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £367 below the ST. ALBANS average, offering good value. The AL4 postcode district contains over 8500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the ST. ALBANS area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£306,000

22 July 2022

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£380.0/yr

Save £55/yr

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Hot Water

£120.0/yr

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Lighting

80.0% low energy

£79.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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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 80% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayAL4 0TT

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Beaumont School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayAL4 0XB

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

Oakwood Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayAL4 0XA

Last inspected: Apr 2014

Outstanding

Camp Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍1 miles awayAL1 5PG

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Windermere Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayAL1 5QP

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Fleetville Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayAL1 4LX
?Not yet rated

Fleetville Junior School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayAL1 4LW
?Not yet rated

Colney Heath Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayAL4 0NP

Last inspected: Nov 2022

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

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Low Crime57 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

20 incidents (35%)

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Anti-social behaviour

16 incidents (28%)

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Criminal damage

5 incidents (9%)

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Theft

5 incidents (9%)

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Public order

3 incidents (5%)

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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