Energy Performance Certificate
7a, Verulam Road
AL3 4DA
ST. ALBANS
Current
D
56
Potential
C
70
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in ST. ALBANS, AL3 4DA. The property offers 36m² (388 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £695, comprising £519 for heating, £143 for hot water, and £33 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 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 7a, Verulam Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this ST. ALBANS property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £695 are approximately £1105 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 36m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £52/year less than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 6 Jun 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
7a, Verulam Road
AL3 4DA
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
Flat
Enclosed End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
36.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
56 / 100
Potential: 70
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
64 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
380 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
6 Jun 2017
rental (private)
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 £228 below the ST. ALBANS average, offering good value. The AL3 postcode district contains over 9200 registered properties. Like many ST. ALBANS properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£519.0/yr
Save £229/yr
Hot Water
£143.0/yr
Lighting
80.0% low energy
£33.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with external insulation
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Aboyne Lodge Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Alban City School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Peter's School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
Maple Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Loreto College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2013
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Garden Fields Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryAbout 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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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.