Energy Performance Certificate
113, Kent Road
WS10 0SN
WEDNESBURY
Current
F
37
Potential
B
85
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,711
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£707
potential per year
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in WEDNESBURY, WS10 0SN. The property offers 82m² (883 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (37/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). 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 £1711, comprising £1265 for heating, £363 for hot water, and £83 for lighting. The property produces 5.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2019 for £125,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 8 Mar 2019
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
Cavity wall, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
62.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 62% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
113, Kent Road
WS10 0SN
WEDNESBURY
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
82.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
5.2 tonnes/year
64 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
379 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in WEDNESBURY
WEDNESBURY properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (WS10) 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
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£1265 /yr
Save £758/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£363 /yr
Save £255/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
62.0% low energy
£83 /yr
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to B could add significant value.
£125,000
S
Jun 2019
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Park Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Joseph Leckie Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Wood Green Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Tameside Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
The Priory Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School
SecondaryMesty Croft Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Palfrey Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
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: 500 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
95 incidents (38%)
Shoplifting
38 incidents (15%)
Criminal damage
35 incidents (14%)
Vehicle crime
23 incidents (9%)
Anti-social behaviour
10 incidents (4%)
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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