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5, Copse Hill

AL6 0RY

WELWYN

Current

C

79

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in WELWYN, AL6 0RY. The property offers 313m² (3369 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. 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 (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1362, comprising £1085 for heating, £143 for hot water, and £134 for lighting. The property produces 6.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2020 for £815,000.

How Does 5, Copse Hill Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this WELWYN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1362 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 313m², 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 property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs WELWYN

This property79
Average62
+27% better
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vs AL6

This property79
Average60
+32% 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: £346/year more than the WELWYN 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(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 19 Feb 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

5, Copse Hill

AL6 0RY

WELWYN

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

313.0

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

6.6 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

119 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

19 Feb 2018

marketed sale

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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. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WELWYN area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£815,000

17 July 2020

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

£1085.0/yr

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Hot Water

£143.0/yr

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Lighting

98.0% low energy

£134.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 98% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Oaklands Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayAL6 0PX

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

St Michael's Woolmer Green CofE VA Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySG3 6JP

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

All Saints Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Datchworth

Primary
📍1.4 miles awaySG3 6RE

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Knebworth Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awaySG3 6AA

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St John's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayAL6 0BX

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Welwyn St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayAL6 9DJ

Last inspected: Sept 2013

Outstanding

Monk's Walk School

Secondary
📍1.9 miles awayAL8 7NL

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Harwood Hill Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.9 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: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

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

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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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