Energy Performance Certificate
3, Forestside Grove
ST4 8XH
STOKE-ON-TRENT
Current
E
51
Potential
B
85
๐ Upcoming Regulation Change โ Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
B
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
ยฃ964
estimated per year
UK Average
ยฃ1,800
per year
After Improvements
ยฃ541
potential per year
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ยฃ7,500
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach B โ saving up to ยฃ423/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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ยฃ1,423/yr
ยฃ14,230 over 10 years
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ยฃ14,230 over 10 years
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached bungalow is located in STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST4 8XH. The property offers 63mยฒ (678 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property has an EPC rating of E (51/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 ยฃ964, comprising ยฃ635 for heating, ยฃ269 for hot water, and ยฃ60 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2021 for ยฃ208,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 30 Jun 2014
Building Elements โ Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
๐งฑ Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
๐๏ธ Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
๐ช Windows
Fully double glazed
๐ฆ Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
๐ฅ Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
๐ฟ Hot Water
NaN
๐ก Lighting
50.0% low energy โ Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
3, Forestside Grove
ST4 8XH
STOKE-ON-TRENT
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
63.0 mยฒ
4.0 total rooms
COโ Emissions
4.1 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
342 kWh/mยฒ/year
E-Rated Properties in STOKE-ON-TRENT
STOKE-ON-TRENT has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement โ particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs โ Current vs Potential
๐ฅ Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ635 /yr
Save ยฃ207/yr
๐ฟ Hot Water
ยฃ269 /yr
Save ยฃ196/yr
๐ก Lighting
50.0% low energy
ยฃ60 /yr
Save ยฃ20/yr
๐ท Sales History
Improving from E to C typically adds 3โ5% per band to property value.
ยฃ208,000
D
Feb 2021
ยฃ173,000
D
Aug 2015
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Teresa's Catholic (A) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Joseph's College
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2014
Priory CofE Academy
PrimaryOakhill Primary School
PrimaryTrentham Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Ash Green Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Clayton Hall Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Stoke Minster CofE Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
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.
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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