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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

25, Parkfield Crescent

WV2 2DF

WOLVERHAMPTON

Current

G

20

Potential

B

87

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,095

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£524

potential per year

This property costs approximately £295 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,571 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a B rating — saving up to £1,571 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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39,000
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Payback
~5 yrs
Current Costs
£2,095/yr
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Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This semi-detached house is located in WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 2DF. The property offers 77m² (829 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (20/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £2095, comprising £1728 for heating, £308 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 7.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2017 for £81,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(20 points)

Achievable Rating

B(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 28 Jul 2017

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)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation

Average

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Portable electric heaters assumed for most rooms

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

89.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 89% of fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

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Full Address

25, Parkfield Crescent

WV2 2DF

WOLVERHAMPTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

77.0

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

7.0 tonnes/year

91 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

534 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 (WV2) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Portable electric heaters assumed for most rooms

£1728 /yr

Save £1334/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£308 /yr

Save £237/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

89.0% low energy

£59 /yr

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from G to B could add significant value.

£81,000

S

Oct 2017

£70,000

S

Sept 2017

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Parkfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWV4 6HB

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

St Teresa's Catholic Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWV4 6AW

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

The Khalsa Academy Wolverhampton

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayWV4 6AP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Spring Vale Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWV4 6SD

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Outstanding

Goldthorn Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWV4 5ET

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Grove Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWV2 1HZ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

SS. Mary and John's Catholic Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWV2 1HZ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Luke's Church of England Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWV2 3AE

Last inspected: Mar 2019

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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