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27 THORNLEY STREET

WV1 1JS

WOLVERHAMPTON

Current

B

81

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in WOLVERHAMPTON, WV1 1JS. The property offers 1451m² (15619 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 30 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 £5506, comprising £4974 for heating, £166 for hot water, and £366 for lighting. The property produces 28.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2017 for £700,000.

How Does 27 THORNLEY STREET Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this WOLVERHAMPTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £5506 annually are £3706 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 1451m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 28.5 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the WV1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property81
Average60
+35% better
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vs WOLVERHAMPTON

This property81
Average60
+35% better
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vs WV1

This property81
Average60
+35% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £4754/year more than the WOLVERHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(81 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Apr 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

27 THORNLEY STREET

WV1 1JS

WOLVERHAMPTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

1451.0

30.0 total rooms

30.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

81 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

28.5 tonnes/year

20 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

111 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Apr 2021

marketed sale

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About WOLVERHAMPTON

WOLVERHAMPTON is situated in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Properties in WOLVERHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £4222 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WV1 postcode district contains over 6200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£700,000

20 March 2017

Type: O

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£4974.0/yr

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Hot Water

£166.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£366.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (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

Thomas Telford University Technical College

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayWV10 0JR

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

West Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWV1 4BE

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Woden Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWV10 0LH

Last inspected: Mar 2015

Outstanding

Dunstall Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWV6 0NH

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Nishkam Primary School Wolverhampton

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWV3 0PR

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

St Stephen's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWV10 0BB

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Eastfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWV1 2QY

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

SS. Mary and John's Catholic Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWV2 1HZ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 20 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:20 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:3 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime650 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

293 incidents (45%)

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Shoplifting

81 incidents (12%)

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Criminal damage

53 incidents (8%)

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Theft

42 incidents (6%)

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Public order

37 incidents (6%)

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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