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22 Ripon Way

WD6 2HS

BOREHAMWOOD

Current

C

70

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in BOREHAMWOOD, WD6 2HS. The property offers 133m² (1432 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1345, comprising £1044 for heating, £183 for hot water, and £118 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 22 Ripon Way Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this BOREHAMWOOD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1345 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 133m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.4 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 WD6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs BOREHAMWOOD

This property70
Average65
+8% better
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vs WD6

This property70
Average64
+9% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £764/year more than the BOREHAMWOOD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 19 May 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

22 Ripon Way

WD6 2HS

BOREHAMWOOD

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

133.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

4.4 tonnes/year

33 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

187 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

19 May 2025

non marketed sale

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About BOREHAMWOOD

BOREHAMWOOD is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in BOREHAMWOOD have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). Heating costs are £463 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WD6 postcode district contains over 12700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BOREHAMWOOD area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1044.0/yr

Save £223/yr

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Hot Water

£183.0/yr

Save £63/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£118.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Saffron Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWD6 2PP

Last inspected: Feb 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Summerswood Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWD6 2DW

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Kenilworth Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWD6 1QL

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Monksmead School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWD6 1HL

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Yavneh Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWD6 1HL

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Outstanding

Yavneh College

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayWD6 1HL
?Not yet rated

Elstree Screen Arts Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayWD6 5NN

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

St Teresa Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWD6 5HL

Last inspected: Jan 2020

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.

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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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