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Energy Performance Certificate

21 Blenheim Drive

WS10 9TR

WEDNESBURY

Current

C

76

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in WEDNESBURY, WS10 9TR. The property offers 67m² (721 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 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. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 £1095, comprising £597 for heating, £376 for hot water, and £122 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2025 for £109,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 21 Blenheim Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this WEDNESBURY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1095 are approximately £705 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.9 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.

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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 WEDNESBURY

This property76
Average61
+25% better
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vs WS10

This property76
Average59
+29% 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: £405/year more than the WEDNESBURY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(76 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 19 Apr 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

21 Blenheim Drive

WS10 9TR

WEDNESBURY

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

67.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

2.9 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

255 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

19 Apr 2024

marketed sale

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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. The WS10 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£109,000

9 April 2025

Type: Flat

+£29,000(+36.3%)

vs previous sale

£80,000

30 August 2017

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 36.3% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£597.0/yr

Save £135/yr

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Hot Water

£376.0/yr

Save £77/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£122.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (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

Kings Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWS10 9JG

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Outstanding

Old Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWS10 9LX

Last inspected: May 2013

Outstanding

Albert Pritchard Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS10 9QG

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Salisbury Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS10 8BQ

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Wood Green Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS10 9BW

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS10 9PN
?Not yet rated

Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayWS10 9QS
?Not yet rated

Old Church Church of England C Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWS10 8DL

Last inspected: Oct 2018

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 431 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:431 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:172 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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