Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 6 Sundale, Althorp Road
AL1 3PJ
ST. ALBANS
Current
D
66
Potential
D
68
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL1 3PJ. The property offers 82.27m² (886 sq ft) of good-sized living space. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. Underfloor heating provides even heat distribution and works particularly well with heat pumps due to the lower water temperatures required. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £527, comprising £297 for heating, £164 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Flat 6 Sundale Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this ST. ALBANS property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £527 are approximately £1273 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.0 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 AL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £220/year less than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 2 Oct 2008
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 6 Sundale
Althorp Road
AL1 3PJ
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
82.27 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Efficiency Score
66 / 100
Potential: 68
CO₂ Emissions
4.0 tonnes/year
49 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
325 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
2 Oct 2008
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). Heating costs are £450 below the ST. ALBANS average, offering good value. The AL1 postcode district contains over 15000 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric underfloor heating
£297.0/yr
Hot Water
£164.0/yr
Lighting
4.0% low energy
£66.0/yr
Save £26/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance = 0.38 W/m?K
Roof
(other premises above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance = 0.28 W/m?K
Heating System
Electric underfloor heating
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Maple Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Loreto College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2013
Alban City School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Aboyne Lodge Junior Mixed and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Verulam School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Bernards Heath Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2009
St Alban & St Stephen Catholic Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2011
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: 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
85 incidents (29%)
Anti-social behaviour
65 incidents (22%)
Theft
30 incidents (10%)
Shoplifting
28 incidents (10%)
Public order
16 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.