Energy Performance Certificate
92 Sandpit Lane
AL4 0BX
ST. ALBANS
Current
F
24
Potential
C
71
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,390
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£2,324
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,590 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,066 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL4 0BX. The property offers 105m² (1130 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (24/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (71/100). 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 £4390, comprising £3665 for heating, £584 for hot water, and £141 for lighting. The property produces 7.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 28 Aug 2024
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Mostly double glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
83.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
92 Sandpit Lane
AL4 0BX
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
105.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
7.9 tonnes/year
76 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
448 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in ST. ALBANS
ST. ALBANS properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (AL4) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
£3665 /yr
Save £1717/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£584 /yr
Save £371/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
83.0% low energy
£141 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Oakwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2014
Beaumont School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2014
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
PrimarySkyswood Primary & Nursery School
PrimaryVerulam School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Fleetville Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryFleetville Junior School
PrimarySandringham School
SecondaryAbout 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: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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