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Energy Performance Certificate

387 Ripon Road

SG1 4LU

STEVENAGE

Current

A

101

Potential

A

101

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in STEVENAGE, SG1 4LU. The property offers 119m² (1281 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of A (101/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air 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. 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 £903, comprising £600 for heating, £198 for hot water, and £105 for lighting.

How Does 387 Ripon Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 101/100, this STEVENAGE property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £903 are approximately £897 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 119m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SG1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property101
Average60
+68% better
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vs STEVENAGE

This property101
Average64
+58% better
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vs SG1

This property101
Average64
+58% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 101/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £279/year more than the STEVENAGE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(101 points)

Potential Rating

A(101 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 Mar 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

387 Ripon Road

SG1 4LU

STEVENAGE

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

119.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

101 / 100

Potential: 101

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CO₂ Emissions

-0.4 tonnes/year

-3 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-18 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Mar 2023

RHI application

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About STEVENAGE

STEVENAGE is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in STEVENAGE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The SG1 postcode district contains over 19700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£600.0/yr

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Hot Water

£198.0/yr

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Lighting

88.0% low energy

£105.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 88% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The Leys Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awaySG1 4QZ

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Giles Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySG1 4JQ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

The Giles Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySG1 4JQ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Round Diamond Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySG1 6NH
?Not yet rated

Trotts Hill Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySG1 5JD

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Martins Wood Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySG1 5RT
?Not yet rated

Almond Hill Junior School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awaySG1 3RP

Last inspected: May 2021

Good

Moss Bury Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍1 miles awaySG1 5PA

Last inspected: Jul 2022

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: 491 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:491 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:196 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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