Energy Performance Certificate
27, The Ridgeway, Potton
SG19 2PS
SANDY
Current
C
73
Potential
C
74
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in SANDY, SG19 2PS. The property offers 159.09m² (1712 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £844, comprising £571 for heating, £146 for hot water, and £127 for lighting. The property produces 4.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 27, The Ridgeway Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this SANDY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £844 are approximately £956 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 159.09m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.2 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SANDY
vs SG19
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £104/year more than the SANDY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 22 Feb 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
27, The Ridgeway
Potton
SG19 2PS
SANDY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
159.09 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 74
CO₂ Emissions
4.2 tonnes/year
30 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
180 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
22 Feb 2010
marketed sale
About SANDY
SANDY is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in SANDY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The SG19 postcode district contains over 8300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£571.0/yr
Hot Water
£146.0/yr
Lighting
29.0% low energy
£127.0/yr
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Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double 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 29% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Potton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Sutton CofE VA Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Everton Heath Primary School
PrimaryGamlingay Village Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Wrestlingworth CofE VC Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2008
St Swithun's Church of England VC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Robert Peel Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Stratton Upper School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
12 incidents (46%)
Anti-social behaviour
8 incidents (31%)
Theft
3 incidents (12%)
Burglary
1 incidents (4%)
Drugs
1 incidents (4%)
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.