Energy Performance Certificate
29 Lingen Close
SY1 2UN
SHREWSBURY
Current
F
35
Potential
B
86
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£2,099
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£928
potential per year
This property costs approximately £299 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,171 annually.
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in SHREWSBURY, SY1 2UN. The property offers 59m² (635 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. Currently rated F (35/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2099, comprising £1509 for heating, £508 for hot water, and £82 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2025 for £185,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 Apr 2025
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, as built, insulated (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
75.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
29 Lingen Close
SY1 2UN
SHREWSBURY
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
59.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
4.5 tonnes/year
76 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
450 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in SHREWSBURY
SHREWSBURY properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (SY1) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
£1509 /yr
Save £818/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£508 /yr
Save £364/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
75.0% low energy
£82 /yr
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to B could add significant value.
£185,000
S
Sept 2025
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Martin Wilson School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Mount Pleasant Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
The Wilfred Owen School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Greenfields Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Sundorne Infant School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Belvidere Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Shrewsbury Academy
SecondaryAbout 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: 500 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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
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