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Energy Performance Certificate

1, Washbrook Lane, Norton Canes

WS11 9PE

CANNOCK

Current

D

65

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in CANNOCK, WS11 9PE. The property offers 143m² (1539 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1265, comprising £940 for heating, £183 for hot water, and £142 for lighting. The property produces 5.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2018 for £395,000.

How Does 1, Washbrook Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this CANNOCK property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1265 are approximately £535 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 143m², 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 WS11 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs CANNOCK

This property65
Average63
+3% better
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vs WS11

This property65
Average61
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £584/year more than the CANNOCK average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(65 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Dec 2017

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Property Information

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Full Address

1, Washbrook Lane

Norton Canes

WS11 9PE

CANNOCK

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

143.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

5.3 tonnes/year

37 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

230 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Dec 2017

marketed sale

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About CANNOCK

CANNOCK is situated in Walsall, West Midlands. Properties in CANNOCK have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £259 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WS11 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£395,000

16 March 2018

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£940.0/yr

Save £131/yr

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Hot Water

£183.0/yr

Save £98/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£142.0/yr

Save £57/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Jerome Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWS11 9TP

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Norton Canes Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWS11 9SQ

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Norton Canes High School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayWS11 9SP

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Gorsemoor Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayWS12 3TG

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayWS6 6PG

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Brownhills West Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayWS8 7LA
?Not yet rated

Heath Hayes Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayWS12 2EP

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Great Wyrley Academy

Secondary
📍1.6 miles awayWS6 6LQ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

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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Area Safety

Low Crime50 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

19 incidents (38%)

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Anti-social behaviour

8 incidents (16%)

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Shoplifting

5 incidents (10%)

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Vehicle crime

5 incidents (10%)

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Theft

4 incidents (8%)

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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