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โš ๏ธ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

7, Ashwood Road

EN6 2PQ

POTTERS BAR

Current

G

15

Potential

C

75

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

ยฃ1,348

estimated per year

UK Average

ยฃ1,800

per year

After Improvements

ยฃ400

potential per year

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ยฃ7,500

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating โ€” saving up to ยฃ990 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
~4 yrs
Current Costs
ยฃ1,348/yr
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Cavity Wall Insulation

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This semi-detached flat is located in POTTERS BAR, EN6 2PQ. The property offers 41mยฒ (441 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (15/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 ยฃ1348, comprising ยฃ1023 for heating, ยฃ274 for hot water, and ยฃ51 for lighting. The property produces 6.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20
Current

Current Rating

G(15 points)

Achievable Rating

C(75 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 3 Nov 2012

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

๐Ÿงฑ Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

๐Ÿ—๏ธ Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average

๐ŸชŸ Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

๐Ÿ“ฆ Floor

(other premises below)

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heating

Room heaters, mains gas

Very Poor

๐Ÿšฟ Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

๐Ÿ’ก Lighting

0.0% low energy โ€” No low energy lighting

Very Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

7, Ashwood Road

EN6 2PQ

POTTERS BAR

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

41.0 mยฒ

2.0 total rooms

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

6.4 tonnes/year

155 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

819 kWh/mยฒ/year

G-Rated Properties in POTTERS BAR

POTTERS BAR properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (EN6) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs โ€” Current vs Potential

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heating

Room heaters, mains gas

ยฃ1023 /yr

Save ยฃ775/yr with improvements

๐Ÿšฟ Hot Water

ยฃ274 /yr

Save ยฃ189/yr with improvements

๐Ÿ’ก Lighting

0.0% low energy

ยฃ51 /yr

Save ยฃ26/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Ladbrooke Junior Mixed and Infant School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขEN6 1QB

Last inspected: Oct 2022

โœ“Good

Oakmere Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขEN6 5NP

Last inspected: Oct 2022

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Pope Paul Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขEN6 2ES

Last inspected: Sept 2022

โœ“Good

Mount Grace School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขEN6 1EZ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Cranborne Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.9 miles awayโ€ขEN6 2BA

Last inspected: Feb 2023

โœ“Good

Little Heath Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1 miles awayโ€ขEN6 1JW

Last inspected: Mar 2019

โœ“Good

Dame Alice Owen's School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“1.1 miles awayโ€ขEN6 2DU
?Not yet rated

The Wroxham School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1.5 miles awayโ€ขEN6 3DJ

Last inspected: May 2013

โญOutstanding

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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

โšก 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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