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WALKERN BURY FARM BARN, BASSUS GREEN

SG2 7JH

WALKERN

Current

A

152

Potential

A

164

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in WALKERN, SG2 7JH. The property offers 218m² (2347 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of A (152/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a ground source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £1963, comprising £1510 for heating, £336 for hot water, and £117 for lighting.

How Does WALKERN BURY FARM BARN Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 152/100, this WALKERN property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1963 are close to the UK average. At 218m², 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 SG2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property152
Average60
+153% better
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vs WALKERN

This property152
Average79
+92% better
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vs SG2

This property152
Average62
+145% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 152/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £1494/year more than the WALKERN average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(152 points)

Potential Rating

A(164 points)

Based on assessment dated 20 Nov 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

WALKERN BURY FARM BARN

BASSUS GREEN

WALKERN

SG2 7JH

WALKERN

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

2021

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Floor Area

218.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

152 / 100

Potential: 164

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CO₂ Emissions

-10.2 tonnes/year

-47 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-278 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Nov 2020

not sale or rental

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About WALKERN

WALKERN is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in WALKERN have an average EPC rating of C (score 79/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1041 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SG2 postcode district contains over 13100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Ground source heat pump, Underfloor heating, pipes in screed above insulation, electric

£1510.0/yr

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Hot Water

£336.0/yr

Save £130/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£117.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.21 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Ground source heat pump, Underfloor heating, pipes in screed above insulation, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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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

Ardeley St Lawrence Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySG2 7AJ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Walkern Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awaySG2 7NS

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Benington Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awaySG2 7LP

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Aston St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awaySG2 7HA

Last inspected: Dec 2014

Outstanding

The Nobel School

Secondary
📍2.8 miles awaySG2 0HS

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Lodge Farm Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awaySG2 0HP

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Camps Hill Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awaySG2 0LT

Last inspected: Feb 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Martins Wood Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awaySG1 5RT
?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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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.

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