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26 Lapal Close

WR2 5HT

WORCESTER

Current

D

55

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached maisonette is located in WORCESTER, WR2 5HT. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). 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 £1148, comprising £732 for heating, £358 for hot water, and £58 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2022 for £88,000.

How Does 26 Lapal Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this WORCESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1148 are approximately £652 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 WR2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs WORCESTER

This property55
Average61
-10% below
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vs WR2

This property55
Average62
-11% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £396/year more than the WORCESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(55 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Apr 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

26 Lapal Close

WR2 5HT

WORCESTER

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Property Type

Maisonette

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

64.0

3.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

48 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

282 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Apr 2022

marketed sale

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About WORCESTER

WORCESTER is situated in Worcestershire, West Midlands. Properties in WORCESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The WR2 postcode district contains over 11200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£88,000

2 December 2022

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£732.0/yr

Save £367/yr

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Hot Water

£358.0/yr

Save £170/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£58.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

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

St Clement's CofE Primary

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWR2 5NS
?Not yet rated

Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWR2 4EN

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Christopher Whitehead Language College

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayWR2 4AF

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Pitmaston Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWR2 4ZF

Last inspected: Jun 2017

Outstanding

Oldbury Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWR2 6AA
?Not yet rated

Honeywell Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWR2 5QH

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St George's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWR1 3JY

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Stanley Road Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayWR5 1BD

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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
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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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Area Safety

Higher Crime381 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

160 incidents (42%)

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Shoplifting

58 incidents (15%)

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Criminal damage

41 incidents (11%)

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Public order

29 incidents (8%)

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Burglary

26 incidents (7%)

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

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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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