Energy Performance Certificate
5 The Embankment, Ickleford
SG5 3AW
HITCHIN
Current
B
81
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in HITCHIN, SG5 3AW. The property offers 239m² (2573 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 (81/100), 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 £1727, comprising £1268 for heating, £228 for hot water, and £231 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2024 for £835,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 5 The Embankment Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this HITCHIN property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1727 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 239m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.3 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 SG5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HITCHIN
vs SG5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £1038/year more than the HITCHIN average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 23 Feb 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
5 The Embankment
Ickleford
SG5 3AW
HITCHIN
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
239.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
81 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
4.3 tonnes/year
18 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
102 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Feb 2024
marketed sale
About HITCHIN
HITCHIN is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in HITCHIN have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £579 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SG5 postcode district contains over 13500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£835,000
28 August 2024
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£650,000
10 November 2017
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 28.5% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1268.0/yr
Hot Water
£228.0/yr
Lighting
91.0% low energy
£231.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 91% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ickleford Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Our Lady Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
The Priory School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Strathmore Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Fearnhill School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Oughton Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
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: 500 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) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
4 incidents (21%)
violent crime
4 incidents (21%)
Drugs
3 incidents (16%)
Burglary
2 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
2 incidents (11%)
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.