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14 Thorne Street

WV2 2ND

WOLVERHAMPTON

Current

C

69

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 2ND. The property offers 72m² (775 sq ft) of modest-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 (69/100), 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal 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 £1468, comprising £1034 for heating, £225 for hot water, and £209 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 14 Thorne Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this WOLVERHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1468 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 2.8 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 WV2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs WOLVERHAMPTON

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs WV2

This property69
Average63
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £716/year more than the WOLVERHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(69 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 2 May 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

14 Thorne Street

WV2 2ND

WOLVERHAMPTON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

72.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

39 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

222 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 May 2023

marketed sale

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About WOLVERHAMPTON

WOLVERHAMPTON is situated in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Properties in WOLVERHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £282 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WV2 postcode district contains over 6900 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WOLVERHAMPTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1034.0/yr

Save £101/yr

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Hot Water

£225.0/yr

Save £70/yr

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Lighting

22.0% low energy

£209.0/yr

Save £91/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 22% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Bilston Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWV14 0HU

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

East Park Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWV1 2DS

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Outstanding

Parkfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWV4 6HB

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Stowlawn Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWV14 6EH

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Holy Rosary Catholic Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWV1 2BS

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Grove Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWV2 1HZ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

SS. Mary and John's Catholic Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWV2 1HZ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Teresa's Catholic Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWV4 6AW

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

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

Higher Crime285 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

146 incidents (51%)

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Vehicle crime

30 incidents (11%)

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Criminal damage

22 incidents (8%)

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Burglary

19 incidents (7%)

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Theft

19 incidents (7%)

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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