Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 10 Abbott House, Abbey View
AL1 2BZ
ST. ALBANS
Current
B
81
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in ST. ALBANS, AL1 2BZ. The property offers 38m² (409 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. Underfloor heating provides even heat distribution and works particularly well with heat pumps due to the lower water temperatures required. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid 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 £619, comprising £286 for heating, £299 for hot water, and £34 for lighting. The property produces 0.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 10 Abbott House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this ST. ALBANS property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £619 are approximately £1181 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 38m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.4 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the AL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £128/year less than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 2 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 10 Abbott House
Abbey View
Everard Close
AL1 2BZ
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
Flat
Not Recorded
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
38.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
81 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
0.4 tonnes/year
11 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
126 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
2 Oct 2025
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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £461 below the ST. ALBANS average, offering good value. The AL1 postcode district contains over 15000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric underfloor heating
£286.0/yr
Hot Water
£299.0/yr
Save £51/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£34.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
To unheated space, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Electric underfloor heating
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Good lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
St Peter's School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
St Adrian Roman Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
The Marlborough Science Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2018
Mandeville Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Prae Wood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Aboyne Lodge Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 165 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.