Energy Performance Certificate
12 Roche Way
WS3 2QS
WALSALL
Current
C
72
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in WALSALL, WS3 2QS. The property offers 88m² (947 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1566, comprising £1140 for heating, £267 for hot water, and £159 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2023 for £200,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 12 Roche Way Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this WALSALL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1566 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 88m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.9 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 WS3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WALSALL
vs WS3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £847/year more than the WALSALL average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 22 Sept 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
12 Roche Way
WS3 2QS
WALSALL
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
88.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
189 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
22 Sept 2023
marketed sale
About WALSALL
WALSALL is situated in Walsall, West Midlands. Properties in WALSALL have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £421 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WS3 postcode district contains over 17000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£200,000
18 October 2023
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£122,000
25 September 2015
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 63.9% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1140.0/yr
Save £117/yr
Hot Water
£267.0/yr
Save £80/yr
Lighting
83.0% low energy
£159.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Jubilee Academy Mossley
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Busill Jones Primary School
PrimaryAbbey Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Elmore Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Bloxwich Academy
All-throughLast inspected: Nov 2021
All Saints National Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Beacon Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Bloxwich
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
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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Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.