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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

28 Cornwall Road

WS5 3PG

WALSALL

Current

F

36

Potential

C

76

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,808

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,393

potential per year

This property costs approximately £1,008 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,415 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £1,415 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
£2,808/yr
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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£3,500
£11,000
Cost
2
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£11,000
Cost
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached bungalow is located in WALSALL, WS5 3PG. The property offers 125m² (1346 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (36/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £2808, comprising £2236 for heating, £374 for hot water, and £198 for lighting. The property produces 12.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2023 for £325,000.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(36 points)

Achievable Rating

C(76 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Jun 2022

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good

🪟 Windows

Some double glazing

Very Poor

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting

Very Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

28 Cornwall Road

WS5 3PG

WALSALL

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

125.0

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

12.0 tonnes/year

96 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

568 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in WALSALL

WALSALL properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (WS5) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

£2236 /yr

Save £1081/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£374 /yr

Save £236/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy

£198 /yr

Save £98/yr with improvements

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.

£325,000

D

Mar 2023

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Park Hall Infant Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWS5 3HF

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Park Hall Junior Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWS5 3HF

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Queen Mary's Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayWS1 2PG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWS1 3AY

Last inspected: Oct 2013

Outstanding

Whitehall Junior Community School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWS1 3JY

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Blue Coat Church of England Aided Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS1 2LP

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Chuckery Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS1 2DZ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Blue Coat Church of England Aided Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS1 3AF

Last inspected: Oct 2022

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
⬇️

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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Area Safety

Above Average149 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

71 incidents (48%)

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Burglary

14 incidents (9%)

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Vehicle crime

12 incidents (8%)

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Public order

11 incidents (7%)

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Shoplifting

8 incidents (5%)

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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