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26 WOODLANDS AVENUE, HANWOOD

SY5 8NG

SHREWSBURY

Current

D

61

Potential

A

92

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in SHREWSBURY, SY5 8NG. The property offers 119m² (1281 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (92/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1204, comprising £991 for heating, £102 for hot water, and £111 for lighting. The property produces 5.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 26 WOODLANDS AVENUE Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this SHREWSBURY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1204 are approximately £596 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 119m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

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 property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs SHREWSBURY

This property61
Average62
-2% below
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vs SY5

This property61
Average56
+9% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £397/year more than the SHREWSBURY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(61 points)

Potential Rating

A(92 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 Mar 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

26 WOODLANDS AVENUE

HANWOOD

SHREWSBURY

SY5 8NG

SHREWSBURY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

119.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

61 / 100

Potential: 92

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CO₂ Emissions

5.8 tonnes/year

49 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

277 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Mar 2021

rental

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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). The SY5 postcode district contains over 7600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the SHREWSBURY area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£991.0/yr

Save £138/yr

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Hot Water

£102.0/yr

Save £30/yr

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Lighting

71.0% low energy

£111.0/yr

Save £24/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 71% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Thomas and St Anne CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySY5 8JN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Longden CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awaySY5 8EX

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Oakmeadow Church of England Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awaySY3 0NU
?Not yet rated

Oxon CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awaySY3 5BJ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Outstanding

Radbrook Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awaySY3 6DZ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Meole Brace School

Secondary
📍2.5 miles awaySY3 9DW

Last inspected: May 2023

?Serious Weaknesses

Meole Brace Church of England Primary and Nursery

Primary
📍2.6 miles awaySY3 9HG

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

The Priory School

Secondary
📍2.6 miles awaySY3 9EE

Last inspected: Jun 2013

Outstanding

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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