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Energy Performance Certificate

86 Shephall Way

SG2 9QH

STEVENAGE

Current

D

65

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in STEVENAGE, SG2 9QH. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1013, comprising £774 for heating, £127 for hot water, and £112 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 86 Shephall Way Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this STEVENAGE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1013 are approximately £787 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 SG2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs STEVENAGE

This property65
Average64
+2% better
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vs SG2

This property65
Average62
+5% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £389/year more than the STEVENAGE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(65 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Oct 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

86 Shephall Way

SG2 9QH

STEVENAGE

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

64.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

48 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

274 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Oct 2024

not sale or rental

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About STEVENAGE

STEVENAGE is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in STEVENAGE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The SG2 postcode district contains over 13100 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the STEVENAGE area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, mains gas

£774.0/yr

Save £275/yr

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Hot Water

£127.0/yr

Save £38/yr

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Lighting

45.0% low energy

£112.0/yr

Save £40/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, mains gas

Average

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 45% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Featherstone Wood Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awaySG2 9PP

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Barnwell School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awaySG2 9SW

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Peartree Spring Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySG2 9GG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Ashtree Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySG2 9JQ

Last inspected: Dec 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Longmeadow Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySG2 8LT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Shephalbury Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySG2 8AX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Aston St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySG2 7HA

Last inspected: Dec 2014

Outstanding

St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySG2 0PZ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

⚠️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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ 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

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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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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.

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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.

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