Energy Performance Certificate
21, Boleyn Drive
AL1 2BP
ST. ALBANS
Current
C
72
Potential
C
77
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL1 2BP. The property offers 59.3m² (638 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £483, comprising £357 for heating, £74 for hot water, and £52 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2017 for £431,000.
How Does 21, Boleyn Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this ST. ALBANS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £483 are approximately £1317 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 59.3m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². 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 AL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL1
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: £264/year less than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 21 May 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
21, Boleyn Drive
AL1 2BP
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
59.3 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 77
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
41 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
248 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 May 2009
rental (private)
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). Heating costs are £390 below the ST. ALBANS average, offering good value. The AL1 postcode district contains over 15000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£431,000
10 March 2017
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£357.0/yr
Save £46/yr
Hot Water
£74.0/yr
Lighting
14.0% low energy
£52.0/yr
Save £24/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Single glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 14% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Peter's School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
Mandeville Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
St Adrian Roman Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
The Marlborough Science Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Loreto College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2013
Alban City School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Alban & St Stephen Catholic Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2011
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
77 incidents (25%)
Anti-social behaviour
74 incidents (24%)
Shoplifting
46 incidents (15%)
Theft
35 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
19 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.
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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.