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Energy Performance Certificate

37, Marshals Drive

AL1 4RB

ST. ALBANS

Current

C

72

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL1 4RB. The property offers 488m² (5253 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a ground source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £2673, comprising £2339 for heating, £134 for hot water, and £200 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does 37, Marshals Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this ST. ALBANS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2673 annually are £873 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 488m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 11.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs ST. ALBANS

This property72
Average62
+16% better
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vs AL1

This property72
Average61
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1926/year more 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(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

Based on assessment dated 4 Oct 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

37, Marshals Drive

AL1 4RB

ST. ALBANS

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

488.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

NO DATA!

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

11.0 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

129 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Oct 2012

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). Heating costs are £1592 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The AL1 postcode district contains over 15000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Ground source heat pump, radiators, electric

£2339.0/yr

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Hot Water

£134.0/yr

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Lighting

NaN% low energy

£200.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.24 W/m?K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m?K

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

Ground source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayAL4 9NT
?Not yet rated

Wheatfields Junior Mixed School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayAL4 9NT

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Sandringham School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayAL4 9NX
?Not yet rated

St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayAL4 9RW
?Not yet rated

Bernards Heath Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayAL3 5HP

Last inspected: Dec 2009

Outstanding

Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayAL1 4AP

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Skyswood Primary & Nursery School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayAL4 9RS
?Not yet rated

Verulam School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayAL1 4PR

Last inspected: Oct 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: 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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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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