Energy Performance Certificate
27, Vicarage Close, Shillington
SG5 3LS
HITCHIN
Current
C
76
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in HITCHIN, SG5 3LS. The property offers 136m² (1464 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £767, comprising £588 for heating, £95 for hot water, and £84 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2023 for £467,500.
How Does 27, Vicarage Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this HITCHIN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £767 are approximately £1033 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 136m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.4 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 SG5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HITCHIN
vs SG5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £78/year more than the HITCHIN average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 28 Oct 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
27, Vicarage Close
Shillington
SG5 3LS
HITCHIN
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
136.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
3.4 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
143 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
28 Oct 2019
rental
About HITCHIN
HITCHIN is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in HITCHIN have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The SG5 postcode district contains over 13500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£467,500
27 March 2023
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£588.0/yr
Hot Water
£95.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£84.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Shillington Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Gravenhurst Academy
PrimaryMeppershall Church of England Academy
PrimaryPirton School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Stondon Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Hexton Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Campton Academy
PrimarySilsoe CofE VC Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
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: 165 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
3 incidents (50%)
Anti-social behaviour
2 incidents (33%)
Robbery
1 incidents (17%)
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.