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Energy Performance Certificate

28a, Ivel Road

SG19 1AX

SANDY

Current

A

99

Potential

A

100

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in SANDY, SG19 1AX. The property offers 145m² (1561 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of A (99/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £801, comprising £561 for heating, £163 for hot water, and £77 for lighting.

How Does 28a, Ivel Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 99/100, this SANDY property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £801 are approximately £999 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 145m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

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 property99
Average60
+65% better
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vs SANDY

This property99
Average62
+60% better
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vs SG19

This property99
Average61
+62% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 99/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £61/year more than the SANDY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(99 points)

Potential Rating

A(100 points)

Based on assessment dated 3 Feb 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

28a, Ivel Road

SG19 1AX

SANDY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

145.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

99 / 100

Potential: 100

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CO₂ Emissions

-0.2 tonnes/year

-1 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-5 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

3 Feb 2014

assessment for green deal

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. 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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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£561.0/yr

Save £54/yr

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Hot Water

£163.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£77.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully triple glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Average

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

St Swithun's Church of England VC Primary School

Primary
📍0 miles awaySG19 1AX

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Robert Peel Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySG19 1QJ

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Sandy Secondary School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awaySG19 1BL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Maple Tree Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awaySG19 2WA

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

John Donne Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayMK44 3NL

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Moggerhanger Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayMK44 3RD

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Caldecote Church of England Academy

Primary
📍2 miles awaySG18 9DA

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Northill CofE Academy

Primary
📍2.2 miles awaySG18 9AH
?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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Area Safety

Low Crime57 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

19 incidents (33%)

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Anti-social behaviour

13 incidents (23%)

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Drugs

9 incidents (16%)

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Criminal damage

5 incidents (9%)

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Public order

3 incidents (5%)

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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