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4 Buckwood Road, Markyate

AL3 8JQ

ST. ALBANS

Current

C

79

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL3 8JQ. The property offers 102m² (1098 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 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 (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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £840, comprising £517 for heating, £248 for hot water, and £75 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 4 Buckwood 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 £840 are approximately £960 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 102m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 AL3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs ST. ALBANS

This property79
Average62
+27% better
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vs AL3

This property79
Average59
+34% better

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: £93/year more than the ST. ALBANS 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(79 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 Oct 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

4 Buckwood Road

Markyate

AL3 8JQ

ST. ALBANS

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

102.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

20 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

111 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Oct 2025

marketed sale

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £230 below the ST. ALBANS average, offering good value. The AL3 postcode district contains over 9200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£517.0/yr

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Hot Water

£248.0/yr

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Lighting

95.0% low energy

£75.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Markyate Village School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayAL3 8PT

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Slip End Village School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayLU1 4DD

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Kensworth Church of England Academy

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayLU6 3RH

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Flamstead Village School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayAL3 8DL

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Caddington Village School

Primary
📍2 miles awayLU1 4JD

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Gaddesden Row JMI School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayHP2 6HG

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

The Stockwood Park Academy

Secondary
📍2.6 miles awayLU1 5PP

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Studham Village CofE Academy

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayLU6 2QD
?Not yet rated

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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