Energy Performance Certificate
72, Maplefield, Park Street
AL2 2BQ
ST. ALBANS
Current
D
63
Potential
C
74
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL2 2BQ. The property offers 139.78m² (1505 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). The gas central heating system has average efficiency, indicating a boiler that may be 10-15 years old. While functional, upgrading to a modern A-rated condensing boiler could improve efficiency by 15-25%. 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 £1097, comprising £754 for heating, £196 for hot water, and £147 for lighting. The property produces 5.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 72, Maplefield Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this ST. ALBANS property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1097 are approximately £703 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 139.78m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the AL2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £350/year more than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 Oct 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
72, Maplefield
Park Street
AL2 2BQ
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
139.78 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
63 / 100
Potential: 74
CO₂ Emissions
5.8 tonnes/year
41 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
248 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 Oct 2010
marketed sale
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 AL2 postcode district contains over 7300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£754.0/yr
Save £157/yr
Hot Water
£196.0/yr
Save £56/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£147.0/yr
Save £73/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
How Wood Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Park Street Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Killigrew Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Mount Pleasant Lane Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Mandeville Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
St Adrian Roman Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
The Marlborough Science Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Coates Way JMI and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 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) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
16 incidents (38%)
Anti-social behaviour
10 incidents (24%)
Criminal damage
4 incidents (10%)
Public order
2 incidents (5%)
Vehicle crime
2 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.