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Energy Performance Certificate

26, Whinberry Drive, Bowbrook

SY5 8QN

SHREWSBURY

Current

B

84

Potential

A

93

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in SHREWSBURY, SY5 8QN. The property offers 128m² (1378 sq ft) of spacious living space. With an EPC rating of B (84/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (93/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £501, comprising £325 for heating, £103 for hot water, and £73 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2021 for £379,995, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 26, Whinberry Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 84/100, this SHREWSBURY property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £501 are approximately £1299 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 128m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property84
Average60
+40% better
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vs SHREWSBURY

This property84
Average62
+35% better
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vs SY5

This property84
Average56
+50% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 84/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £306/year less than the SHREWSBURY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(84 points)

Potential Rating

A(93 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Nov 2017

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Property Information

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Full Address

26, Whinberry Drive

Bowbrook

SY5 8QN

SHREWSBURY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

128.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

84 / 100

Potential: 93

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

16 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

89 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Nov 2017

new dwelling

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About SHREWSBURY

SHREWSBURY is situated in Shrewsbury, Wales. Properties in SHREWSBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £482 below the SHREWSBURY average, offering good value. The SY5 postcode district contains over 7600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£379,995

29 June 2021

Type: Detached

+£25,000(+7.0%)

vs previous sale

£354,995

15 December 2017

Type: Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 7.0% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£325.0/yr

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Hot Water

£103.0/yr

Save £46/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£73.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.27 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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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

Radbrook Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySY3 6DZ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Woodfield Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySY3 8LU
?Not yet rated

St George's Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySY3 8LU

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

The Priory School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awaySY3 9EE

Last inspected: Jun 2013

Outstanding

Oxon CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awaySY3 5BJ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Outstanding

Meole Brace School

Secondary
📍1 miles awaySY3 9DW

Last inspected: May 2023

?Serious Weaknesses

Meole Brace Church of England Primary and Nursery

Primary
📍1.3 miles awaySY3 9HG

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Coleham Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awaySY3 7EN

Last inspected: Dec 2021

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
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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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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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