Energy Performance Certificate
17 Poplar Road
WS10 9PY
WEDNESBURY
Current
C
74
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in WEDNESBURY, WS10 9PY. The property offers 105m² (1130 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 (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). 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 £1626, comprising £1133 for heating, £337 for hot water, and £156 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2024 for £265,000.
How Does 17 Poplar Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this WEDNESBURY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1626 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 105m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.1 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 WS10 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WEDNESBURY
vs WS10
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £936/year more than the WEDNESBURY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 6 Dec 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
17 Poplar Road
WS10 9PY
WEDNESBURY
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
105.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
3.1 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
165 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
6 Dec 2023
marketed sale
About WEDNESBURY
WEDNESBURY is situated in Walsall, West Midlands. Properties in WEDNESBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £443 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WS10 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WEDNESBURY area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£265,000
26 April 2024
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1133.0/yr
Save £76/yr
Hot Water
£337.0/yr
Save £125/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£156.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 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 all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School
SecondaryAlbert Pritchard Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Wood Green Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Wood Green Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Old Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2013
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryKings Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2018
Salisbury Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
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
119 incidents (41%)
Criminal damage
27 incidents (9%)
Theft
27 incidents (9%)
Shoplifting
27 incidents (9%)
Vehicle crime
26 incidents (9%)
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.
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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.