Energy Performance Certificate
10 POPLAR AVENUE, CROSS HEATH
ST5 9HR
NEWCASTLE UNDER LYME
Current
F
32
Potential
C
79
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£2,887
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,110
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,087 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,777 annually.
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£7,500
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External Wall Insulation
Your walls are rated Very Poor. External insulation can dramatically cut heat loss.
Double Glazing
Your windows are rated Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in NEWCASTLE UNDER LYME, ST5 9HR. The property offers 167m² (1798 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (32/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 £2887, comprising £2460 for heating, £253 for hot water, and £174 for lighting. The property produces 15.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2021 for £280,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 1 Oct 2020
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Partial double glazing
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
31.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 31% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
10 POPLAR AVENUE
CROSS HEATH
ST5 9HR
NEWCASTLE UNDER LYME
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
167.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
15.0 tonnes/year
88 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
500 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in NEWCASTLE UNDER LYME
NEWCASTLE UNDER LYME properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (ST5) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£2460 /yr
Save £1532/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£253 /yr
Save £175/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
31.0% low energy
£174 /yr
Save £70/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.
£280,000
D
Jun 2021
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hempstalls Primary School
PrimarySt John Fisher Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
The Orme Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Knutton St Marys CofE Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
May Bank Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2009
St Margaret's CofE (VC) Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 493 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
97 incidents (33%)
Anti-social behaviour
57 incidents (19%)
Public order
34 incidents (11%)
Shoplifting
23 incidents (8%)
Criminal damage
18 incidents (6%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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