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Energy Performance Certificate

20 Victoria Close, Wrestlingworth

SG19 2EF

SANDY

Current

A

93

Potential

A

102

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in SANDY, SG19 2EF. The property offers 46m² (495 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of A (93/100), 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. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1431, comprising £984 for heating, £347 for hot water, and £100 for lighting. The property produces 0.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 20 Victoria Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 93/100, this SANDY property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. At £1431 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 46m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.2 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

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 property93
Average60
+55% better
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vs SANDY

This property93
Average62
+50% better
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vs SG19

This property93
Average61
+52% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 93/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £691/year more than the SANDY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(93 points)

Potential Rating

A(102 points)

Based on assessment dated 14 Mar 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

20 Victoria Close

Wrestlingworth

SG19 2EF

SANDY

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Property Type

Bungalow

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

46.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

93 / 100

Potential: 102

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CO₂ Emissions

0.2 tonnes/year

4 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

21 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Mar 2023

rental

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £244 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. 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

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£984.0/yr

Save £352/yr

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Hot Water

£347.0/yr

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Lighting

75.0% low energy

£100.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity and external insulation

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully triple glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Wrestlingworth CofE VC Lower School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySG19 2EU

Last inspected: Jun 2008

Outstanding

Sutton CofE VA Lower School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awaySG19 2NE

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Guilden Morden CofE Primary Academy

Primary
📍2.5 miles awaySG8 0JZ

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Dunton CofE VC Lower School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awaySG18 8RN

Last inspected: Jan 2010

Outstanding

Potton Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awaySG19 2PG

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Gamlingay Village Primary

Primary
📍2.9 miles awaySG19 3HD

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Steeple Morden CofE VC Primary School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awaySG8 0PD

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Everton Heath Primary School

Primary
📍3.9 miles awaySG19 2LE
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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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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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