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Energy Performance Certificate

36, Farm Close

WD6 4TX

BOREHAMWOOD

Current

C

80

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BOREHAMWOOD, WD6 4TX. The property offers 37.8m² (407 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. 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 property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £337, comprising £236 for heating, £82 for hot water, and £19 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2017 for £249,950.

How Does 36, Farm Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this BOREHAMWOOD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £337 are approximately £1463 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 37.8m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.4 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 WD6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property80
Average60
+33% better
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vs BOREHAMWOOD

This property80
Average65
+23% better
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vs WD6

This property80
Average64
+25% better

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: £244/year less than the BOREHAMWOOD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(80 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 18 Sept 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

36, Farm Close

WD6 4TX

BOREHAMWOOD

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

37.8

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

80 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

1.4 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

219 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Sept 2009

marketed sale

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About BOREHAMWOOD

BOREHAMWOOD is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in BOREHAMWOOD have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £345 below the BOREHAMWOOD average, offering good value. The WD6 postcode district contains over 12700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£249,950

30 June 2017

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£236.0/yr

Save £29/yr

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Hot Water

£82.0/yr

Save £19/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£19.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, 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 all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Meryfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWD6 4PA

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Hertsmere Jewish Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWD7 7LQ
?Not yet rated

Parkside Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWD6 4EP

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Cowley Hill School

Primary
📍1 miles awayWD6 5DP

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Woodlands Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayWD6 5JF

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Newberries Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayWD7 7EL

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

St Teresa Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayWD6 5HL

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Hertswood Academy

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayWD6 5LG

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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

Above Average103 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

39 incidents (38%)

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violent crime

32 incidents (31%)

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Public order

7 incidents (7%)

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Criminal damage

5 incidents (5%)

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Vehicle crime

5 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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