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Flat 12, 20 Lower Dagnall Street

AL3 4PT

ST. ALBANS

Current

D

61

Potential

D

63

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in ST. ALBANS, AL3 4PT. The property offers 66m² (710 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1634, comprising £1216 for heating, £310 for hot water, and £108 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 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 Flat 12 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this ST. ALBANS property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1634 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 3.4 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs ST. ALBANS

This property61
Average62
-2% below
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vs AL3

This property61
Average59
+3% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £887/year more than the ST. ALBANS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(61 points)

Potential Rating

D(63 points)

Based on assessment dated 20 Apr 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 12

20 Lower Dagnall Street

AL3 4PT

ST. ALBANS

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

66.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

61 / 100

Potential: 63

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CO₂ Emissions

3.4 tonnes/year

52 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

306 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Apr 2024

not sale or rental

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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 £469 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The AL3 postcode district contains over 9200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, electric

£1216.0/yr

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Hot Water

£310.0/yr

Save £49/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£108.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Aboyne Lodge Junior Mixed and Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayAL3 5NL

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayAL1 1DQ

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Alban City School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayAL1 3RR

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Maple Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayAL1 3SW

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayAL3 4SJ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Peter's School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayAL1 1HL

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

Loreto College

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayAL1 3RQ

Last inspected: May 2013

Outstanding

Garden Fields Junior Mixed and Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayAL3 5RL
?Not yet rated

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

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Higher Crime280 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

70 incidents (25%)

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Anti-social behaviour

65 incidents (23%)

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Shoplifting

38 incidents (14%)

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Theft

28 incidents (10%)

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Criminal damage

18 incidents (6%)

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. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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