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Energy Performance Certificate

22 Sunderland Road

SG19 1JU

SANDY

Current

D

65

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in SANDY, SG19 1JU. The property offers 71m² (764 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1472, comprising £1042 for heating, £313 for hot water, and £117 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2024 for £220,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 22 Sunderland Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this SANDY property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1472 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 3.2 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 SG19 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs SANDY

This property65
Average62
+5% better
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vs SG19

This property65
Average61
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £732/year more than the SANDY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(65 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Feb 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

22 Sunderland Road

SG19 1JU

SANDY

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

71.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

46 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

272 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Feb 2024

marketed sale

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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). Heating costs are £302 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SG19 postcode district contains over 8300 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£220,000

25 June 2024

Type: Flat

£10,000(-4.3%)

vs previous sale

£230,000

14 June 2024

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£1042.0/yr

Save £376/yr

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Hot Water

£313.0/yr

Save £8/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£117.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

To unheated space, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (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

Robert Peel Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySG19 1QJ

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

St Swithun's Church of England VC Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySG19 1AX

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Sandy Secondary School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awaySG19 1BL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Maple Tree Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySG19 2WA

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

John Donne Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayMK44 3NL

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Moggerhanger Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayMK44 3RD

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Northill CofE Academy

Primary
📍2.3 miles awaySG18 9AH
?Not yet rated

Everton Heath Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awaySG19 2LE
?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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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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