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27 Laybrook

AL4 9NJ

ST. ALBANS

Current

C

75

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in ST. ALBANS, AL4 9NJ. The property offers 53m² (570 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £931, comprising £609 for heating, £226 for hot water, and £96 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2019 for £225,000.

How Does 27 Laybrook Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this ST. ALBANS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £931 are approximately £869 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 53m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.6 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the AL4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs ST. ALBANS

This property75
Average62
+21% better
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vs AL4

This property75
Average62
+21% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £184/year more than the ST. ALBANS 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(75 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 14 Nov 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

27 Laybrook

AL4 9NJ

ST. ALBANS

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Property Type

Maisonette

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

53.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

31 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

176 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Nov 2023

rental

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The AL4 postcode district contains over 8500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£225,000

25 October 2019

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£609.0/yr

Save £80/yr

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Hot Water

£226.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£96.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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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

Wheatfields Junior Mixed School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayAL4 9NT

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayAL4 9NT
?Not yet rated

Sandringham School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayAL4 9NX
?Not yet rated

Skyswood Primary & Nursery School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayAL4 9RS
?Not yet rated

St Albans Girls' School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayAL3 6DB

Last inspected: Jan 2013

Outstanding

St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayAL4 9RW
?Not yet rated

Bernards Heath Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayAL3 5HP

Last inspected: Dec 2009

Outstanding

Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayAL1 4AP

Last inspected: Jan 2022

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

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

Moderate86 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

16 incidents (19%)

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Anti-social behaviour

15 incidents (17%)

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Theft

13 incidents (15%)

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Vehicle crime

13 incidents (15%)

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Shoplifting

11 incidents (13%)

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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