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Energy Performance Certificate

20a Capel Road

WD19 4AE

WATFORD

Current

C

78

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in WATFORD, WD19 4AE. The property offers 112m² (1206 sq ft) of good-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £586, comprising £435 for heating, £94 for hot water, and £57 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 20a Capel Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this WATFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £586 are approximately £1214 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 112m² floor area is above 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 WD19 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs WATFORD

This property78
Average64
+22% better
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vs WD19

This property78
Average60
+30% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £22/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(78 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 13 Aug 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

20a Capel Road

WD19 4AE

WATFORD

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

112.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

117 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Aug 2012

new dwelling

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The WD19 postcode district contains over 9100 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

£435/yr

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Hot Water

£94/yr

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Lighting

7.0% low energy

£57/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.27 W/m?K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m?K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m?K

Very Good
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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Bushey and Oxhey Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWD23 2QH

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Bushey Manor Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWD23 2QL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Bromet Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWD19 4SG

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWD23 1SU

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

The Grange Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayWD23 3AA
?Not yet rated

Field Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWD18 0AZ

Last inspected: Nov 2017

Outstanding

Watford Field School (Infant & Nursery)

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWD18 0WF

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Watford Grammar School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayWD18 0AE
?Not yet rated

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

Higher Crime271 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

79 incidents (29%)

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Anti-social behaviour

49 incidents (18%)

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Shoplifting

33 incidents (12%)

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Vehicle crime

21 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

16 incidents (6%)

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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