Energy Performance Certificate
26 The Chestnuts, Cross Houses
SY5 6JH
SHREWSBURY
Current
C
72
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in SHREWSBURY, SY5 6JH. The property offers 121m² (1302 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1624, comprising £1220 for heating, £253 for hot water, and £151 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2019 for £215,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 26 The Chestnuts Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this SHREWSBURY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1624 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 121m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 4.1 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 SY5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SHREWSBURY
vs SY5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £817/year more than the SHREWSBURY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 14 Jun 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
26 The Chestnuts
Cross Houses
SY5 6JH
SHREWSBURY
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
121.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
4.1 tonnes/year
34 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
191 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
14 Jun 2024
marketed sale
About SHREWSBURY
SHREWSBURY is situated in Shrewsbury, Wales. Properties in SHREWSBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £413 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SY5 postcode district contains over 7600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£215,000
19 December 2019
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£218,000
29 November 2019
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£195,000
16 June 2017
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 10.3% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1220.0/yr
Save £86/yr
Hot Water
£253.0/yr
Save £93/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£151.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Mereside Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryCondover CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
St Lucia's CofE Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
St Giles CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Belvidere School
SecondaryBelvidere Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Meole Brace Church of England Primary and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Coleham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
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: 259 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
2 incidents (100%)
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.
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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.