Energy Performance Certificate
40 Manor Road, London Colney
AL2 1PW
ST. ALBANS
Current
C
76
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL2 1PW. The property offers 148m² (1593 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1294, comprising £962 for heating, £257 for hot water, and £75 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 40 Manor Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this ST. ALBANS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1294 are approximately £506 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 148m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.5 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 AL2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £547/year more than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 28 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
40 Manor Road
London Colney
AL2 1PW
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
148.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
3.5 tonnes/year
24 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
129 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
28 Oct 2025
marketed sale
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 £215 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The AL2 postcode district contains over 7300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the ST. ALBANS area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£962.0/yr
Save £78/yr
Hot Water
£257.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£75.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Excellent lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bowmansgreen Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
London Colney Primary & Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Saint Bernadette Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Samuel Ryder Academy
All-throughLast inspected: Jun 2022
Windermere Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Clore Shalom School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Cunningham Hill Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2011
Cunningham Hill Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2009
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: 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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Theft
37 incidents (41%)
violent crime
27 incidents (30%)
Anti-social behaviour
8 incidents (9%)
Shoplifting
4 incidents (4%)
Burglary
3 incidents (3%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.
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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.