Energy Performance Certificate
Little Tollgate, Bullens Green Lane
AL4 0NX
ST. ALBANS
Current
E
51
Potential
C
77
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£2,355
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,321
potential per year
This property costs approximately £555 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £1,034 annually.
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C — saving up to £1,034/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL4 0NX. The property offers 200m² (2153 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property has an EPC rating of E (51/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2355, comprising £2010 for heating, £188 for hot water, and £157 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 30 Aug 2016
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Roof room(s), ceiling insulated
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
50.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Little Tollgate
Bullens Green Lane
AL4 0NX
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
200.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
11.0 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
313 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in ST. ALBANS
ST. ALBANS has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£2010 /yr
Save £877/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£188 /yr
Save £105/yr
💡 Lighting
50.0% low energy
£157 /yr
Save £52/yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Colney Heath Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Mary's Church of England VA Primary School, Welham Green
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
De Havilland Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Oak View Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Philip Howard Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Hatfield Community Free School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2014
Bishop's Hatfield Girls' School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Brookmans Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
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) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
22 incidents (39%)
violent crime
19 incidents (34%)
Public order
5 incidents (9%)
Vehicle crime
5 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
3 incidents (5%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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