Energy Performance Certificate
3D, Hermitage Road
SG5 1LT
Hitchin
Current
D
58
Potential
D
58
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in Hitchin, SG5 1LT. The property offers 59m² (635 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. Estimated annual energy costs are £970, comprising £618 for heating, £297 for hot water, and £55 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 3D Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this Hitchin property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £970 are approximately £830 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 59m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 SG5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Hitchin
vs SG5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £439/year more than the Hitchin average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 25 Aug 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
3D
Hermitage Road
SG5 1LT
Hitchin
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
2021
Floor Area
59.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
58 / 100
Potential: 58
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
45 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
264 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
25 Aug 2021
not sale or rental
About Hitchin
Hitchin is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in Hitchin have an average EPC rating of C (score 78/100). There is potential to improve this property's energy efficiency to match local standards. The SG5 postcode district contains over 13500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£618.0/yr
Hot Water
£297.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£55.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.27 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hitchin Boys' School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Highbury Infant School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Hitchin Girls' School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2013
Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Whitehill Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Oughton Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 249 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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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.