Energy Performance Certificate
36 Lancaster Road
AL1 4ET
ST. ALBANS
Current
C
79
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL1 4ET. The property offers 270m² (2906 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). 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 £2181, comprising £1720 for heating, £249 for hot water, and £212 for lighting. The property produces 5.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 36 Lancaster Road 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 £2181 are close to the UK average. At 270m², 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 AL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL1
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: £1434/year more than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 15 Feb 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
36 Lancaster Road
AL1 4ET
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
270.0 m²
10.0 total rooms
10.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
5.6 tonnes/year
21 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
117 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
15 Feb 2024
rental
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 £973 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The AL1 postcode district contains over 15000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1720.0/yr
Hot Water
£249.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£212.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Bernards Heath Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2009
Verulam School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Maple Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Loreto College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2013
Garden Fields Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryAlban City School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Fleetville Infant and Nursery 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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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.