Energy Performance Certificate
3 Old School Drive, Wheathampstead
AL4 8FH
ST. ALBANS
Current
C
80
Potential
B
84
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL4 8FH. The property offers 159m² (1711 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1122, comprising £797 for heating, £208 for hot water, and £117 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 3 Old School Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this ST. ALBANS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1122 are approximately £678 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 159m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.8 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 AL4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £375/year more than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 23 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
3 Old School Drive
Wheathampstead
AL4 8FH
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
159.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
80 / 100
Potential: 84
CO₂ Emissions
2.8 tonnes/year
18 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
98 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Oct 2025
marketed sale
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. The AL4 postcode district contains over 8500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£797.0/yr
Hot Water
£208.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£117.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Helen's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Beech Hyde Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
The Grove Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2007
The Grove Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
High Beeches Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Sandridge School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Crabtree Junior School
PrimaryCrabtree Infants' School
PrimaryAbout 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) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
16 incidents (53%)
Anti-social behaviour
9 incidents (30%)
Theft
3 incidents (10%)
Shoplifting
1 incidents (3%)
Vehicle crime
1 incidents (3%)
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.