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2 Freeman Road

WS10 0HQ

WEDNESBURY

Current

C

73

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in WEDNESBURY, WS10 0HQ. The property offers 43mยฒ (463 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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, 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 ยฃ567, comprising ยฃ405 for heating, ยฃ121 for hot water, and ยฃ41 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 2 Freeman Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this WEDNESBURY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of ยฃ567 are approximately ยฃ1233 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 43mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. CO2 emissions of 1.5 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs WEDNESBURY

This property73
Average61
+20% better
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vs WS10

This property73
Average59
+24% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ123/year less than the WEDNESBURY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 19 Jun 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Freeman Road

WS10 0HQ

WEDNESBURY

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Property Type

Bungalow

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

43.0 mยฒ

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

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Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 79

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

1.5 tonnes/year

34 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

190 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

19 Jun 2025

Stock condition survey

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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 ยฃ285 below the WEDNESBURY average, offering good value. The WS10 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties.

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

ยฃ405.0/yr

Save ยฃ35/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ121.0/yr

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Lighting

80.0% low energy

ยฃ41.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good
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Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Below average lighting efficiency

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Tameside Primary Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขWS10 0EZ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

โœ“Good

The Priory Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขWS10 0JG

Last inspected: Nov 2021

โœ“Good

Park Hill Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขWS10 0TJ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Wodensborough Ormiston Academy

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขWS10 0DR

Last inspected: Jul 2021

โœ“Good

Mesty Croft Primary

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขWS10 0QY

Last inspected: Feb 2023

โœ“Good

Hall Green Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขB71 2JQ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โœ“Good

Wood Green Academy

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขWS10 9QU

Last inspected: Feb 2020

โœ“Good

Moorlands Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขB71 2NZ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

โœ“Good

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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

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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 Crime238 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

111 incidents (47%)

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Criminal damage

34 incidents (14%)

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Theft

15 incidents (6%)

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Vehicle crime

15 incidents (6%)

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Public order

13 incidents (5%)

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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