Energy Performance Certificate
21, Ridgeway Drive
WV4 5NU
WOLVERHAMPTON
Current
G
7
Potential
B
82
This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£3,570
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£796
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,770 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,774 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?
This detached house is located in WOLVERHAMPTON, WV4 5NU. The property offers 115m² (1238 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (7/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £3570, comprising £3079 for heating, £352 for hot water, and £139 for lighting. The property produces 12.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2015 for £296,050.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Aug 2016
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Portable electric heaters assumed for most rooms
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
21, Ridgeway Drive
WV4 5NU
WOLVERHAMPTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
115.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
12.0 tonnes/year
107 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
628 kWh/m²/year
G-Rated Properties in WOLVERHAMPTON
WOLVERHAMPTON properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (WV4) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Portable electric heaters assumed for most rooms
£3079 /yr
Save £2432/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£352 /yr
Save £272/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£139 /yr
Save £70/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from G to B could add significant value.
£296,050
D
Oct 2015
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryColton Hills Community School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Woodfield Primary School
PrimaryAlder Coppice Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Highfields School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Goldthorn Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
The Royal School, Wolverhampton
All-throughLast inspected: Jul 2019
St Michael's Catholic Primary Academy and Nursery
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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