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10 Walkford Close

SY3 6DB

SHREWSBURY

Current

D

67

Potential

C

71

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in SHREWSBURY, SY3 6DB. The property offers 29m² (312 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (71/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid 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 £616, comprising £399 for heating, £185 for hot water, and £32 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2015 for £70,000. 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 Walkford Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this SHREWSBURY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £616 are approximately £1184 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 29m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 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 SY3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs SHREWSBURY

This property67
Average62
+8% better
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vs SY3

This property67
Average61
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £191/year less than the SHREWSBURY 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(67 points)

Potential Rating

C(71 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 8 Mar 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

10 Walkford Close

SY3 6DB

SHREWSBURY

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

29.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 71

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CO₂ Emissions

2.5 tonnes/year

86 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

507 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Mar 2022

ECO assessment

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About SHREWSBURY

SHREWSBURY is situated in Shrewsbury, Wales. Properties in SHREWSBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £408 below the SHREWSBURY average, offering good value. The SY3 postcode district contains over 12000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£70,000

20 May 2015

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£399.0/yr

Save £97/yr

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Hot Water

£185.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£32.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Radbrook Primary School

Primary
📍0 miles awaySY3 6DZ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

The Priory School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awaySY3 9EE

Last inspected: Jun 2013

Outstanding

Meole Brace School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awaySY3 9DW

Last inspected: May 2023

?Serious Weaknesses

St George's Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySY3 8LU

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Woodfield Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySY3 8LU
?Not yet rated

Meole Brace Church of England Primary and Nursery

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySY3 9HG

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Coleham Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awaySY3 7EN

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Oxon CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awaySY3 5BJ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Outstanding

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 Crime37 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

20 incidents (54%)

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Burglary

4 incidents (11%)

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Criminal damage

3 incidents (8%)

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Public order

3 incidents (8%)

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bicycle theft

2 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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