What kind of home is 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH?

1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH is a 4-bedroom detached house, set on a cul-de-sac and which has been extended.

When did 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH last change hands?

1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH last sold for £930,000 in November 2025. Land Registry has 4 sales on record going back to £235,000 in January 1999. Source: HM Land Registry.

What is the price history for 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH?

Across 4 sales between January 1999 and November 2025, 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH rose from £235,000 to £930,000, a change of £695,000. That works out to roughly +5.3% per year compounded over 27 years. Source: HM Land Registry.

What energy rating does 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH have?

The current EPC rating for 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH is C with a score of 75 out of 100, lodged in February 2025. The assessor estimates the property could reach a B. Source: EPC Register.

How big is 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH?

1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH has a recorded floor area of 140 m² (1,507 sq ft), around 35 m² per bedroom. Source: EPC Register.

What heating system does 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH use?

The latest EPC at 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH records mains gas as the main heating fuel. Source: EPC Register.

What planning history does 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH have?

1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH has 3 planning records on file (1 approved), most recent in March 2026. Source: PlanIt planning register.

What is the council tax band for 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH?

1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH is in council tax band G. That sits towards the upper end of the band ladder, typically reflecting larger or higher-value homes.

Which area is 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH in?

1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH sits in St Albans. It falls within the AL4 postcode district in Hertfordshire.

Is 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH in a safe area?

Police records around 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH show an average of 4 reported crimes per month over the last 12 months. Violent crime makes up roughly 38% of reports, the most common category. The overall trend is rising (123% versus the prior period). Source: Police UK.

What schools are near 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH?

The closest primary school to 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH is Windermere Primary School (507m), one of 23 primaries within walking distance. The closest secondary is Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School (904m), with 7 secondaries in the surrounding area.

What transport links are near 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH?

The closest bus stop to 1 Cranwell Close, AL4 0SH is Claughton Court, 122m away. In total there are 30 bus stops within the surrounding area.

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1 Cranwell Close, St Albans, AL4 0SH

4 sales on record3 planning records

Property type

Detached

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Floor area

140 m²

1507 sq ft

Energy rating

Score 75

Council tax

Band G

Tenure

Owner Occupied

Overview

About 1 Cranwell Close

A plain-English summary derived from public records, EPC certificates, sold prices and local data.

1 Cranwell Close is a four-bedroom detached house in St Albans (AL4 0SH). It has a recorded floor area of 140 m² (around 1507 sq ft), construction records dating it to 1996-2002 and council tax band G. The latest certificate (February 2025) shows a C (score 75), near the top of the C band. The rating has held steady at C across 2 certificates since October 2011. Between certificates, roof efficiency went from Good to Very Good, window efficiency went from Average to Good and lighting went from Poor to Very Good. The recommended improvements would push it to B (score 82). Records show the property has been extended at some point in its history. The home occupies a cul-de-sac position.

Most recent transfer was November 2025 at £930,000 — fresh data. 3 planning records sit against the property, 1 approved, 0 refused. Across 1999–2025, sale prices on this property compounded at 5.3% per year.

Specifications

What this property has

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Inside

Bedrooms4
Bathrooms2
Dining roomYes
EnsuiteYes

Outside

Private gardenRear
GarageYes
Cul-de-sacYes

Building

Previously extendedYes

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Energy

Energy performance

Every EPC certificate filed against this property — current rating, recorded improvements, and where there's headroom to reach a higher band.

Current Certificate(1 of 2)

Feb 2025

EPC Rating

C75

Main Heating

Gas

Main Fuel

Gas

Hot Water

Good

Windows

Good

CO2 Emissions

3.2 t/year

Occupancy

Owner Occupied

Property Improvements

Changes detected from historical EPC data

Feb 2025from Oct 2011

Windows

AverageGood

Window efficiency improved

Roof

GoodVery Good

Roof insulation improved

Low Energy Lighting

13%100%

More low energy lighting installed

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Planning

Planning history

Applications and permits filed against 1 Cranwell Close, St Albans, AL4 0SH, sourced from the PlanIt planning register.

3 applications on record at 1 Cranwell Close, St Albans, AL4 0SH

3decisions2extensions22documents3nearby

Sept 2012
ExtensionFull
Outcome in report
Extension: Single storey · Rear of property
Single storey rear extension and rear canopy
Documents
6 docs on file
Reference
5/2012/2144
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More recent applications — locked
ExtensionMar 2026Decision
AmendmentOct 2012Decision

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Price

Sales history & valuation

Recorded transactions, our model's current estimate, and a quick read on what neighbouring properties have sold for.

Latest sale on 1 Cranwell Close was the highest on Land Registry record across the postcode.

Current estimate

£948,000

Modelled from EPC, postcode comparables and a sale-price growth of 5.3% per year over 27 years.

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Last sold (2025)

£930,000

Growth on file: 5.3% per year over 27 years.

Sales timeline

7 November 2025Most recent
£930,000
+77.8%over 13 years
20 December 2011
£523,000
+4.6%over 4 years
28 June 2007
£499,950
+112.7%over 8 years
29 January 1999
£235,000

Median price across the last 5 sales in AL4 0SH: £482,000 (2009–1999).

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Area

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Reported crime in the wider district is trending notably upward year-on-year.

Crime

4/mo

Rising year-on-year across the wider district.

Nearest stop

0.1 km

Claughton Court — bus stop.

Closest school

0.5 km

Windermere Primary School. 30 schools nearby.

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