Energy Performance Certificate
3, Heathlands
AL6 0UU
WELWYN
Current
D
62
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in WELWYN, AL6 0UU. The property offers 167m² (1798 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). 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. 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 £1472, comprising £1160 for heating, £173 for hot water, and £139 for lighting. The property produces 6.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2015 for £590,000.
How Does 3, Heathlands Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this WELWYN property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1472 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 167m², 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 AL6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WELWYN
vs AL6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £456/year more than the WELWYN average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 23 Jul 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
3, Heathlands
AL6 0UU
WELWYN
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
167.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
62 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
6.4 tonnes/year
39 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
201 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Jul 2014
marketed sale
About WELWYN
WELWYN is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in WELWYN have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The AL6 postcode district contains over 3600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£590,000
29 May 2015
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1160.0/yr
Save £185/yr
Hot Water
£173.0/yr
Save £78/yr
Lighting
33.0% low energy
£139.0/yr
Save £56/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Michael's Woolmer Green CofE VA Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Oaklands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Knebworth Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
All Saints Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Datchworth
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Welwyn St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2013
St John's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Codicote Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2013
Monk's Walk School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 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
9 incidents (56%)
Anti-social behaviour
4 incidents (25%)
Criminal damage
1 incidents (6%)
Public order
1 incidents (6%)
Vehicle crime
1 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.
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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.