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Energy Performance Certificate

14, Sorrel Drive

WS5 4SD

WALSALL

Current

D

57

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in WALSALL, WS5 4SD. The property offers 40m² (431 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £807, comprising £454 for heating, £301 for hot water, and £52 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2015 for £58,000. 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 14, Sorrel Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this WALSALL property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £807 are approximately £993 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 40m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.4 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 WS5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs WALSALL

This property57
Average61
-7% below
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vs WS5

This property57
Average58
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £88/year more than the WALSALL 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(57 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 16 Nov 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

14, Sorrel Drive

WS5 4SD

WALSALL

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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

40.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

60 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

353 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

16 Nov 2019

rental (private)

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About WALSALL

WALSALL is situated in Walsall, West Midlands. Properties in WALSALL have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £265 below the WALSALL average, offering good value. The WS5 postcode district contains over 5700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£58,000

2 October 2015

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£454/yr

Save £188/yr

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Hot Water

£301/yr

Save £159/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£52/yr

Save £13/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Delves Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWS5 4PU

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Delves Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWS5 4PU

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Outstanding

Yew Tree Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWS5 4DX

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

The Priory Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWS10 0JG

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Q3 Academy Great Barr

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayB43 7SD

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Joseph Leckie Academy

Secondary
📍1 miles awayWS5 4PG

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Pennyhill Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayB71 3BU

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Grove Vale Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayB43 6AL

Last inspected: Mar 2013

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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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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