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7, The Dell, Pickford Road

AL3 8RZ

ST. ALBANS

Current

D

62

Potential

D

67

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached maisonette is located in ST. ALBANS, AL3 8RZ. The property offers 43.47m² (468 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. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 £447, comprising £298 for heating, £102 for hot water, and £47 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 7, The Dell Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this ST. ALBANS property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £447 are approximately £1353 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 43.47m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.1 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 AL3 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 ST. ALBANS

This property62
Average62
At average
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vs AL3

This property62
Average59
+5% better

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: £300/year less than the ST. ALBANS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

D(67 points)

Based on assessment dated 11 May 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

7, The Dell

Pickford Road

AL3 8RZ

ST. ALBANS

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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

43.47

2.0 total rooms

1.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 67

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

71 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

471 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 May 2009

rental (private)

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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). Heating costs are £449 below the ST. ALBANS average, offering good value. The AL3 postcode district contains over 9200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£298.0/yr

Save £24/yr

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Hot Water

£102.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£47.0/yr

Save £24/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

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Markyate Village School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayAL3 8PT

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Kensworth Church of England Academy

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayLU6 3RH

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Flamstead Village School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayAL3 8DL

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Slip End Village School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayLU1 4DD

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Gaddesden Row JMI School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayHP2 6HG

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Caddington Village School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayLU1 4JD

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Studham Village CofE Academy

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayLU6 2QD
?Not yet rated

The Stockwood Park Academy

Secondary
📍2.7 miles awayLU1 5PP

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime25 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

14 incidents (56%)

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Anti-social behaviour

7 incidents (28%)

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Theft

1 incidents (4%)

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Weapons

1 incidents (4%)

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Vehicle crime

1 incidents (4%)

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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