Energy Performance Certificate
Ivel View, Bedford Road
SG5 3RU
HITCHIN
Current
D
57
Potential
D
65
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in HITCHIN, SG5 3RU. The property offers 178m² (1916 sq ft) of spacious living space. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1696, comprising £1382 for heating, £217 for hot water, and £97 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Ivel View Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this HITCHIN property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1696 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 178m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SG5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HITCHIN
vs SG5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1007/year more than the HITCHIN average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 18 Mar 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
Ivel View
Bedford Road
Ickleford
SG5 3RU
HITCHIN
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
178.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
57 / 100
Potential: 65
CO₂ Emissions
4.5 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
128 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
18 Mar 2015
new dwelling
About HITCHIN
HITCHIN is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in HITCHIN have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £693 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SG5 postcode district contains over 13500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
£1382.0/yr
Hot Water
£217.0/yr
Save £83/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£97.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.28 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, LPG
Main Fuel
LPG - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ickleford Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Derwent Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Fairfield Park Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2012
Stondon Lower School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Gothic Mede Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Our Lady Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Fearnhill School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
The Priory School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
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: 4 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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Vehicle crime
2 incidents (67%)
violent crime
1 incidents (33%)
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.