Home Checkup

Energy Performance Certificate

22 Orchid Close, Huntington

WS12 4UH

CANNOCK

Current

C

79

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in CANNOCK, WS12 4UH. The property offers 130m² (1399 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), 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 cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £683, comprising £483 for heating, £102 for hot water, and £98 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2022 for £327,500.

How Does 22 Orchid Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this CANNOCK property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £683 are approximately £1117 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 130m² 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 WS12 postcode district.

📊

How This Property Compares

🇬🇧

vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
🏘️

vs CANNOCK

This property79
Average63
+25% better
📮

vs WS12

This property79
Average62
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £2/year more than the CANNOCK 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(79 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 Feb 2022

Advertisement

🚚

Planning a Move? Get Expert Removals

We Got The Moves are professional removal specialists helping families and businesses move across the UK. Get a free, no-obligation quote today.

Free
Quote
Nationwide
Coverage
Trusted
Professionals
Get a Free Quote

Ad • wegotthemove.co.uk

Property Information

📍

Full Address

22 Orchid Close

Huntington

WS12 4UH

CANNOCK

🏠

Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

📐

Floor Area

130.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

🔑

Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 88

🌍

CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

24 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

134 kWh/m²/year

🔍

Last Inspected

14 Feb 2022

not sale or rental

📍

About CANNOCK

CANNOCK is situated in Walsall, West Midlands. Properties in CANNOCK have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The WS12 postcode district contains over 11600 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

🗺️

Location & Nearby Area

Scroll to load map

💷

Property Sale History

£327,500

12 July 2022

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

🔥

Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£483.0/yr

🚿

Hot Water

£102.0/yr

Save £38/yr

💡

Lighting

100.0% low energy

£98.0/yr

Building Elements

🧱

Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
🏗️

Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
🪟

Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
📦

Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

🔥

Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

💡

Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
My Priority Is...

Showing quick wins with fastest payback first

💰 Save £1,000/year

With 1 selected upgrade

⚡ Bill-Free Living(inc. solar export income)
Journey to A
CA
13,000
Property Value Boost
Investment
£11,000
Payback
~11 yrs
Current Costs
£683/yr
🔮

Future Energy Price Simulator

Drag to see how rising prices affect your savings

0%
Today's Prices
Today+10%+20%+30%+40%+50%

Your Savings Today

£1,000/yr

£10,000 over 10 years

Move slider to see

£1,000/yr

£10,000 over 10 years

Build Your Upgrade Plan

Sorted by best return on investment (quick wins first)

1
☀️

Solar Panels + Battery

Your house is ideal for solar. OVO: UK's #1 green energy supplier.

Save £1000/yrPayback: ~11 years+7 EPC points
£11,000
Cost

Get FREE Quotes in Cannock

Compare prices from trusted local tradesmen - no obligation, 100% free

Trusted by thousands of UK homeowners

Advertisement

📊 Compare with UK-Wide Property Data

See how this property compares to national averages. Explore energy efficiency trends, top-rated areas, and comprehensive UK property statistics.

View UK Property Insights →
🏫

Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Littleton Green Community School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWS12 4UD

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Moorhill Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS11 5RN
?Not yet rated

Redhill Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWS11 5JR
?Not yet rated

Cardinal Griffin Catholic College

Secondary
📍1 miles awayWS11 4AW
?Not yet rated

Staffordshire University Academy

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayWS12 4JH

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

St Lukes CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayWS11 1HN

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Chadsmoor CofE (VC) Junior School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayWS11 6DR

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Cannock Chase High School

Secondary
📍1.4 miles awayWS11 1JT

Last inspected: Jun 2023

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.

🌐

Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 404 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:404 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:162 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.

Getting Ripped Off by Your Local Tradesman in Cannock?

Find out with a 100% FREE quote - costs nothing, no obligation

🔧👷🏠
Find Trades
🛡️

Area Safety

Moderate68 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
📊

violent crime

39 incidents (57%)

🔊

Anti-social behaviour

12 incidents (18%)

⚖️

Public order

6 incidents (9%)

🔥

Criminal damage

4 incidents (6%)

👜

Theft

3 incidents (4%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

More Properties in WS12 4UH

Showing properties in the same postcode. Click to view detailed EPC data for each property.

Advertisement

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.

Jump to section