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Energy Performance Certificate

2 Highgate Road

WS1 3JH

WALSALL

Current

C

76

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in WALSALL, WS1 3JH. The property offers 74m² (797 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1147, comprising £772 for heating, £246 for hot water, and £129 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 2 Highgate Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this WALSALL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1147 are approximately £653 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.1 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 WS1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs WALSALL

This property76
Average61
+25% better
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vs WS1

This property76
Average57
+33% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £428/year more than the WALSALL 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(76 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 20 Dec 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Highgate Road

WS1 3JH

WALSALL

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

74.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

2.1 tonnes/year

28 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

159 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Dec 2023

marketed sale

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The WS1 postcode district contains over 9600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£772.0/yr

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Hot Water

£246.0/yr

Save £83/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£129.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Whitehall Nursery and Infant School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayWS1 3HS

Last inspected: Dec 2014

Outstanding

Whitehall Junior Community School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWS1 3JY

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Caldmore Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWS1 3RH

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWS1 3AY

Last inspected: Oct 2013

Outstanding

Palfrey Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWS1 4HY

Last inspected: Oct 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Palfrey Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS1 4AH

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Blue Coat Church of England Aided Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS1 3AF

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Queen Mary's Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayWS1 2PG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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.

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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.

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