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Energy Performance Certificate

5, Burnham Close

AL6 0PE

WELWYN

Current

B

84

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in WELWYN, AL6 0PE. The property offers 375m² (4036 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (84/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1518, comprising £1157 for heating, £118 for hot water, and £243 for lighting. The property produces 5.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 5, Burnham Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 84/100, this WELWYN property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1518 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 375m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property84
Average60
+40% better
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vs WELWYN

This property84
Average62
+35% better
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vs AL6

This property84
Average60
+40% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 84/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £502/year more than the WELWYN average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Current
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

B(84 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 Jul 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

5, Burnham Close

AL6 0PE

WELWYN

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

375.0

9.0 total rooms

9.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

84 / 100

Potential: 86

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CO₂ Emissions

5.7 tonnes/year

15 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

78 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Jul 2012

none of the above

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About WELWYN

WELWYN is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in WELWYN have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The AL6 postcode district contains over 3600 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

£1157.0/yr

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Hot Water

£118.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£243.0/yr

Save £121/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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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

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Michael's Woolmer Green CofE VA Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awaySG3 6JP

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Oaklands Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayAL6 0PX

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

St John's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayAL6 0BX

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Tewin Cowper Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayAL6 0JU

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

All Saints Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Datchworth

Primary
📍1.6 miles awaySG3 6RE

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Waterside Academy

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayAL7 1NZ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

The Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayAL7 1PG

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Harwood Hill Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayAL8 7AG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 136 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:136 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:20 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.

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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.

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