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23, Marshals Drive

AL1 4RB

ST. ALBANS

Current

D

62

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL1 4RB. The property offers 281mยฒ (3025 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are ยฃ2414, comprising ยฃ2053 for heating, ยฃ191 for hot water, and ยฃ170 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2016 for ยฃ1,950,000.

How Does 23, Marshals Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this ST. ALBANS property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of ยฃ2414 annually are ยฃ614 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 281mยฒ, this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87mยฒ). CO2 emissions of 11.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs ST. ALBANS

This property62
Average62
At average
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vs AL1

This property62
Average61
+2% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ1667/year more than the ST. ALBANS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

C(73 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 2 Sept 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

23, Marshals Drive

AL1 4RB

ST. ALBANS

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

281.0 mยฒ

10.0 total rooms

10.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

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Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 73

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

11.0 tonnes/year

40 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

229 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

2 Sept 2015

marketed sale

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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 ยฃ1306 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The AL1 postcode district contains over 15000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the ST. ALBANS area.

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Property Sale History

ยฃ1,950,000

23 September 2016

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

ยฃ2053.0/yr

Save ยฃ389/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ191.0/yr

Save ยฃ51/yr

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Lighting

62.0% low energy

ยฃ170.0/yr

Save ยฃ47/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good
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Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 62% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขAL4 9NT
?Not yet rated

Wheatfields Junior Mixed School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขAL4 9NT

Last inspected: Jul 2023

โœ“Good

Sandringham School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขAL4 9NX
?Not yet rated

St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขAL4 9RW
?Not yet rated

Bernards Heath Junior School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขAL3 5HP

Last inspected: Dec 2009

โญOutstanding

Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขAL1 4AP

Last inspected: Jan 2022

โœ“Good

Skyswood Primary & Nursery School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขAL4 9RS
?Not yet rated

Verulam School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขAL1 4PR

Last inspected: Oct 2018

โœ“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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

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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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