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Energy Performance Certificate

6, Walnut Tree Close

SG2 9RS

STEVENAGE

Current

D

62

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached maisonette is located in STEVENAGE, SG2 9RS. The property offers 37m² (398 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). 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 £686, comprising £464 for heating, £172 for hot water, and £50 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2020 for £190,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 6, Walnut Tree Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this STEVENAGE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £686 are approximately £1114 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 37m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 SG2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs STEVENAGE

This property62
Average64
-3% below
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vs SG2

This property62
Average62
At average

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £62/year more than the STEVENAGE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Mar 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

6, Walnut Tree Close

SG2 9RS

STEVENAGE

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Property Type

Maisonette

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

37.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

69 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

406 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Mar 2020

marketed sale

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About STEVENAGE

STEVENAGE is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in STEVENAGE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The SG2 postcode district contains over 13100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£190,000

21 October 2020

Type: Flat

+£54,000(+39.7%)

vs previous sale

£136,000

2 March 2015

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 39.7% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£464.0/yr

Save £232/yr

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Hot Water

£172.0/yr

Save £24/yr

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Lighting

40.0% low energy

£50.0/yr

Save £14/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 40% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Ashtree Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySG2 9JQ

Last inspected: Dec 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Featherstone Wood Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySG2 9PP

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Camps Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySG2 0LT

Last inspected: Feb 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Aston St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySG2 7HA

Last inspected: Dec 2014

Outstanding

Marriotts School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awaySG2 8UT

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Lodge Farm Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySG2 0HP

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Peartree Spring Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySG2 9GG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Barnwell School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awaySG2 9SW

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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

🚀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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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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