Energy Performance Certificate
4b Digswell Hill
AL6 9AL
WELWYN
Current
C
72
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached bungalow is located in WELWYN, AL6 9AL. The property offers 138m² (1485 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid 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 £2087, comprising £1643 for heating, £261 for hot water, and £183 for lighting. The property produces 4.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 4b Digswell Hill Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this WELWYN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £2087 are close to the UK average. At 138m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.2 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 AL6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WELWYN
vs AL6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1071/year more than the WELWYN average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 20 Apr 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
4b Digswell Hill
AL6 9AL
WELWYN
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
138.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
4.2 tonnes/year
31 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
170 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Apr 2023
rental
About WELWYN
WELWYN is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in WELWYN have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £627 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The AL6 postcode district contains over 3600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1643.0/yr
Hot Water
£261.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£183.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Flat, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Monk's Walk School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Templewood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Homerswood Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Welwyn St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2013
Harwood Hill Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Applecroft School
PrimarySt John's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
St John's Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School, Lemsford
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 41 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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
14 incidents (47%)
Anti-social behaviour
6 incidents (20%)
Theft
3 incidents (10%)
Criminal damage
2 incidents (7%)
Other crime
2 incidents (7%)
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.