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10 Calvert Grove

ST5 8QA

NEWCASTLE

Current

D

57

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in NEWCASTLE, ST5 8QA. The property offers 81m² (872 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £1664, comprising £1398 for heating, £199 for hot water, and £67 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2021 for £70,550. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 10 Calvert Grove Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this NEWCASTLE property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1664 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the ST5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs NEWCASTLE

This property57
Average61
-7% below
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vs ST5

This property57
Average60
-5% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £910/year more than the NEWCASTLE 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(57 points)

Potential Rating

C(75 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Oct 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

10 Calvert Grove

ST5 8QA

NEWCASTLE

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

81.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

3.7 tonnes/year

46 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

262 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Oct 2025

rental

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About NEWCASTLE

NEWCASTLE is situated in Staffordshire, West Midlands. Properties in NEWCASTLE have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £644 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The ST5 postcode district contains over 26800 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the NEWCASTLE area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£70,550

16 February 2021

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1398.0/yr

Save £581/yr

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Hot Water

£199.0/yr

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Lighting

82.0% low energy

£67.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor
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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

Below average lighting efficiency

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Sun Academy Bradwell

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayST5 8JN

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Bursley Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayST5 8JQ

Last inspected: May 2012

Outstanding

Ellison Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayST5 0BL

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Churchfields Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayST5 7HY

Last inspected: Jul 2015

Outstanding

Chesterton Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayST5 7NT

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

The Orme Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayST5 9JU

Last inspected: Dec 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

St Margaret's CofE (VC) Junior School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayST5 0HU

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayST5 0EF

Last inspected: Feb 2020

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

Higher Crime194 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

75 incidents (39%)

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Anti-social behaviour

37 incidents (19%)

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Criminal damage

20 incidents (10%)

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Public order

17 incidents (9%)

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Vehicle crime

10 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. 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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