What is the average EPC rating in AL3 4?

The average EPC rating in AL3 4 is band D. This is based on 1,801 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in St Albans.

How many properties in AL3 4 need energy improvements?

61% of properties in AL3 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in AL3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in AL3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,753 properties), solar water heating (7,666 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,057 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in AL3 4

1,801 properties in AL3 4 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the AL3 average. 61% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of AL3 in St Albans. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,801

Band A-C

39%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

61%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across AL3 4.

A0%

B14%

C25%

D41%

E17%

F2%

G1%

Most properties in AL3 4 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in AL3 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Samian Gate House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Samian Gate House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Havercroft Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Netherway House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
York House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Crossfields House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Romeland Hill House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Verulam Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Antonine Gate House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
King Harry Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in AL3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8753 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
7666 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6057 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
3245 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3007 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about AL3 4

: The average EPC rating in AL3 4 is band D. This is based on 1,801 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in St Albans.
: 61% of properties in AL3 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in AL3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,753 properties), solar water heating (7,666 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,057 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Other sectors in AL3

Explore EPC data for nearby postcode sectors in the same district.

AL3 5

2,588 properties AL3 6

1,340 properties AL3 7

1,569 properties AL3 8

1,456 properties

Check a specific property

Enter your postcode to view an EPC report

Pick your address to see live EPC data and improvement recommendations.