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5, Starlight Way

AL4 0JH

ST. ALBANS

Current

D

67

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL4 0JH. The property offers 125m² (1346 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average 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. 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, 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 £1053, comprising £788 for heating, £166 for hot water, and £99 for lighting. The property produces 4.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 5, Starlight Way Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this ST. ALBANS property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1053 are approximately £747 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 125m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the AL4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs ST. ALBANS

This property67
Average62
+8% better
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vs AL4

This property67
Average62
+8% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £306/year more than the ST. ALBANS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(67 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 1 Sept 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

5, Starlight Way

AL4 0JH

ST. ALBANS

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

125.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

4.6 tonnes/year

37 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

211 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 Sept 2015

marketed sale

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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). The AL4 postcode district contains over 8500 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

£788.0/yr

Save £97/yr

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Hot Water

£166.0/yr

Save £87/yr

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Lighting

67.0% low energy

£99.0/yr

Save £25/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Windermere Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayAL1 5QP

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Camp Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayAL1 5PG

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Samuel Ryder Academy

All-through
📍0.5 miles awayAL1 5AR

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayAL4 0TT

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Cunningham Hill Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayAL1 5QJ

Last inspected: Dec 2011

Outstanding

Cunningham Hill Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayAL1 5QJ

Last inspected: Mar 2009

Outstanding

Fleetville Junior School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayAL1 4LW
?Not yet rated

Fleetville Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayAL1 4LX
?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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Above Average111 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

39 incidents (35%)

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Anti-social behaviour

29 incidents (26%)

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Criminal damage

8 incidents (7%)

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Shoplifting

7 incidents (6%)

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Theft

6 incidents (5%)

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.

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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