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32, Grindley Lane

ST3 7LW

STOKE-ON-TRENT

Current

C

70

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7LW. The property offers 219m² (2357 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). 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 roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. 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 £1306, comprising £936 for heating, £197 for hot water, and £173 for lighting. The property produces 6.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2017 for £270,000.

How Does 32, Grindley Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this STOKE-ON-TRENT property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1306 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 219m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the ST3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs STOKE-ON-TRENT

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs ST3

This property70
Average59
+19% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £547/year more than the STOKE-ON-TRENT average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 3 Sept 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

32, Grindley Lane

ST3 7LW

STOKE-ON-TRENT

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

219.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

6.5 tonnes/year

30 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

154 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

3 Sept 2012

marketed sale

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About STOKE-ON-TRENT

STOKE-ON-TRENT is situated in Staffordshire, West Midlands. Properties in STOKE-ON-TRENT have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). The ST3 postcode district contains over 20600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£270,000

21 June 2017

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£936/yr

Save £172/yr

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Hot Water

£197/yr

Save £72/yr

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Lighting

12.0% low energy

£173/yr

Save £81/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, limited 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 12% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Meir Heath Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayST3 7JQ

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

St Matthews Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayST3 7NE

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Sandon Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayST3 7AW

Last inspected: Jul 2017

Outstanding

St Augustine's Catholic Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayST3 7DF

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Ormiston Meridian Academy

Secondary
📍1 miles awayST3 7DF

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Springcroft Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayST11 9JS

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Alexandra Junior School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayST3 7JG

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

The Crescent Academy

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayST3 6HZ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 318 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:318 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:48 Mbps
Maximum:200 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

Moderate86 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

32 incidents (37%)

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Anti-social behaviour

24 incidents (28%)

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Criminal damage

9 incidents (10%)

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Public order

9 incidents (10%)

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Shoplifting

3 incidents (3%)

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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