Energy Performance Certificate
13 West View, Ford
SY5 9LR
SHREWSBURY
Current
D
63
Potential
C
74
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in SHREWSBURY, SY5 9LR. The property offers 47m² (506 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). 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%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1371, comprising £1000 for heating, £267 for hot water, and £104 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. 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 13 West View Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this SHREWSBURY property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1371 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 47m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 4.1 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 SY5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SHREWSBURY
vs SY5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £564/year more than the SHREWSBURY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 23 Jun 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
13 West View
Ford
SY5 9LR
SHREWSBURY
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
47.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
63 / 100
Potential: 74
CO₂ Emissions
4.1 tonnes/year
86 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
509 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Jun 2023
rental
About SHREWSBURY
SHREWSBURY is situated in Shrewsbury, Wales. Properties in SHREWSBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The SY5 postcode district contains over 7600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the SHREWSBURY area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£1000.0/yr
Save £419/yr
Hot Water
£267.0/yr
Lighting
83.0% low energy
£104.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (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
Trinity CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Bicton CofE Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Oxon CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Thomas and St Anne CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Woodfield Infant School
PrimarySt George's Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Radbrook Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
The Priory School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2013
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: 165 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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Vehicle crime
1 incidents (100%)
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.