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Energy Performance Certificate

3, Cassius Drive

AL3 4GD

ST. ALBANS

Current

C

79

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL3 4GD. The property offers 101m² (1087 sq ft) of good-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £518, comprising £338 for heating, £94 for hot water, and £86 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 3, Cassius Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this ST. ALBANS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £518 are approximately £1282 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 101m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.1 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 AL3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs ST. ALBANS

This property79
Average62
+27% better
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vs AL3

This property79
Average59
+34% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £229/year less 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(79 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 7 Feb 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

3, Cassius Drive

AL3 4GD

ST. ALBANS

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

101.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

NO DATA!

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

2.1 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

108 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Feb 2013

new dwelling

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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. Heating costs are £409 below the ST. ALBANS average, offering good value. The AL3 postcode district contains over 9200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

£338.0/yr

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Hot Water

£94.0/yr

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Lighting

NaN% low energy

£86.0/yr

Save £32/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.26 W/m?K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m?K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m?K

Very Good
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Heating System

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 40% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Prae Wood Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayAL3 4HZ

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

The Marlborough Science Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayAL1 2QA

Last inspected: Feb 2018

Good

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayAL3 4SJ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayAL1 1DQ

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

St Adrian Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayAL1 2PB

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Mandeville Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayAL1 2LE

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Killigrew Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayAL2 3HD

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

St Peter's School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayAL1 1HL

Last inspected: Apr 2018

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: 379 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:379 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:152 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

Higher Crime182 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

39 incidents (21%)

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violent crime

38 incidents (21%)

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Shoplifting

31 incidents (17%)

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Theft

22 incidents (12%)

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Criminal damage

11 incidents (6%)

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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