Energy Performance Certificate
77, Upton End Road, Shillington
SG5 3PE
HITCHIN
Current
E
47
Potential
E
54
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
E
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£2,810
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£2,443
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,010 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £367 annually.
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in HITCHIN, SG5 3PE. The property offers 376.08m² (4048 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property has an EPC rating of E (47/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal 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 £2810, comprising £2136 for heating, £295 for hot water, and £379 for lighting. The property produces 17.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 27 Aug 2009
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Partial double glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, insulated
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
77, Upton End Road
Shillington
SG5 3PE
HITCHIN
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
376.08 m²
8.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
17.0 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
249 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in HITCHIN
HITCHIN has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£2136 /yr
Save £145/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£295 /yr
Save £32/yr
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£379 /yr
Save £190/yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Shillington Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Meppershall Church of England Academy
PrimaryGravenhurst Academy
PrimaryStondon Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Campton Academy
PrimaryPirton School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Shefford Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Derwent Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
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: 19 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 2026violent crime
3 incidents (50%)
Anti-social behaviour
2 incidents (33%)
Robbery
1 incidents (17%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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