Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 5, The School House
SG7 6FA
BALDOCK
Current
C
76
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in BALDOCK, SG7 6FA. The property offers 148m² (1593 sq ft) of spacious living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1542, comprising £968 for heating, £305 for hot water, and £269 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 5 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this BALDOCK property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1542 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 148m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.7 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 SG7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BALDOCK
vs SG7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £811/year more than the BALDOCK average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 10 Jan 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 5
The School House
South Road
SG7 6FA
BALDOCK
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
148.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
3.7 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
142 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 Jan 2024
marketed sale
About BALDOCK
BALDOCK is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in BALDOCK have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £237 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SG7 postcode district contains over 4800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£968.0/yr
Save £75/yr
Hot Water
£305.0/yr
Save £58/yr
Lighting
45.0% low energy
£269.0/yr
Save £95/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 45% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St John Roman Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
The Knights Templar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Hartsfield Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
St Mary's Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Mary's Junior Mixed School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Garden City Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Hillshott Infant School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
24 incidents (27%)
Anti-social behaviour
14 incidents (16%)
Vehicle crime
14 incidents (16%)
Criminal damage
11 incidents (13%)
Theft
7 incidents (8%)
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.
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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.