Home Checkup

Energy Performance Certificate

4a Butchers Lane, Wrestlingworth

SG19 2EX

SANDY

Current

C

80

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in SANDY, SG19 2EX. The property offers 234m² (2519 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). 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 cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1955, comprising £1263 for heating, £465 for hot water, and £227 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2023 for £490,000.

How Does 4a Butchers Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this SANDY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1955 are close to the UK average. At 234m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.6 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 SG19 postcode district.

📊

How This Property Compares

🇬🇧

vs UK Average

This property80
Average60
+33% better
🏘️

vs SANDY

This property80
Average62
+29% better
📮

vs SG19

This property80
Average61
+31% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1215/year more than the SANDY 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(80 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Aug 2024

Advertisement

🚚

Planning a Move? Get Expert Removals

We Got The Moves are professional removal specialists helping families and businesses move across the UK. Get a free, no-obligation quote today.

Free
Quote
Nationwide
Coverage
Trusted
Professionals
Get a Free Quote

Ad • wegotthemove.co.uk

Property Information

📍

Full Address

4a Butchers Lane

Wrestlingworth

SG19 2EX

SANDY

🏠

Property Type

House

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

📐

Floor Area

234.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

🔑

Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

80 / 100

Potential: 86

🌍

CO₂ Emissions

3.6 tonnes/year

15 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

91 kWh/m²/year

🔍

Last Inspected

22 Aug 2024

RHI application

📍

About SANDY

SANDY is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in SANDY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £523 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SG19 postcode district contains over 8300 registered properties.

🗺️

Location & Nearby Area

Scroll to load map

💷

Property Sale History

£490,000

17 October 2023

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

🔥

Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£1263.0/yr

🚿

Hot Water

£465.0/yr

Save £147/yr

💡

Lighting

87.0% low energy

£227.0/yr

Building Elements

🧱

Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity and internal insulation

Very Good
🏗️

Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
🪟

Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
📦

Floor

Solid, insulated

🔥

Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

💡

Lighting

Low energy lighting in 87% of fixed outlets

Very Good
My Priority Is...

Showing quick wins with fastest payback first

💰 Save £1,144/year

With 2 selected upgrades

Journey to A
CA
13,000
Property Value Boost
Investment
£14,500
Payback
~13 yrs
Current Costs
£1,955/yr
🔮

Future Energy Price Simulator

Drag to see how rising prices affect your savings

0%
Today's Prices
Today+10%+20%+30%+40%+50%

Your Savings Today

£1,144/yr

£11,440 over 10 years

Move slider to see

£1,144/yr

£11,440 over 10 years

Build Your Upgrade Plan

Sorted by best return on investment (quick wins first)

1
☀️

Solar Panels + Battery

Your house is ideal for solar. OVO: UK's #1 green energy supplier.

Save £1000/yrPayback: ~11 years+7 EPC points
£11,000
Cost
2
🌱

Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £144/yrPayback: ~24 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost

Get FREE Quotes in Sandy

Compare prices from trusted local tradesmen - no obligation, 100% free

Trusted by thousands of UK homeowners

Advertisement

📊 Compare with UK-Wide Property Data

See how this property compares to national averages. Explore energy efficiency trends, top-rated areas, and comprehensive UK property statistics.

View UK Property Insights →
🏫

Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Wrestlingworth CofE VC Lower School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySG19 2EU

Last inspected: Jun 2008

Outstanding

Sutton CofE VA Lower School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awaySG19 2NE

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Guilden Morden CofE Primary Academy

Primary
📍2.5 miles awaySG8 0JZ

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Dunton CofE VC Lower School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awaySG18 8RN

Last inspected: Jan 2010

Outstanding

Potton Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awaySG19 2PG

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Gamlingay Village Primary

Primary
📍3 miles awaySG19 3HD

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Steeple Morden CofE VC Primary School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awaySG8 0PD

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Everton Heath Primary School

Primary
📍3.9 miles awaySG19 2LE
?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.

🌐

Broadband & Connectivity

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
⬆️

Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

Getting Ripped Off by Your Local Tradesman in Sandy?

Find out with a 100% FREE quote - costs nothing, no obligation

🔧👷🏠
Find Trades

Advertisement

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.

Jump to section