Energy Performance Certificate
23, Hardy Road
WS10 9DR
WEDNESBURY
Current
F
31
Potential
B
85
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,584
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£563
potential per year
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in WEDNESBURY, WS10 9DR. The property offers 71m² (764 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (31/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 £1584, comprising £1201 for heating, £288 for hot water, and £95 for lighting. The property produces 6.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 9 Dec 2015
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
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
23, Hardy Road
WS10 9DR
WEDNESBURY
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
71.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
6.6 tonnes/year
92 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
530 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in WEDNESBURY
WEDNESBURY properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (WS10) 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
Room heaters, mains gas
£1201 /yr
Save £757/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£288 /yr
Save £216/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£95 /yr
Save £48/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryWood Green Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Mesty Croft Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Albert Pritchard Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
St John's Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Old Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2013
Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School
SecondaryWood Green Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
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