Energy Performance Certificate
38 Plant Close, Dawley Bank
TF4 2GT
TELFORD
Current
C
73
Potential
B
84
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in TELFORD, TF4 2GT. The property offers 101m² (1087 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 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 £1748, comprising £1321 for heating, £253 for hot water, and £174 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2024 for £200,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 38 Plant Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this TELFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1748 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 101m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the TF4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs TELFORD
vs TF4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1097/year more than the TELFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 21 Mar 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
38 Plant Close
Dawley Bank
TF4 2GT
TELFORD
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
101.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 84
CO₂ Emissions
3.5 tonnes/year
34 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
193 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Mar 2023
marketed sale
About TELFORD
TELFORD is situated in Shropshire, West Midlands. Properties in TELFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 66/100). Heating costs are £670 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The TF4 postcode district contains over 9100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£200,000
28 June 2024
Type: Terraced
vs previous sale
£185,000
2 November 2021
Type: Terraced
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 8.1% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1321.0/yr
Save £74/yr
Hot Water
£253.0/yr
Save £81/yr
Lighting
92.0% low energy
£174.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 92% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Lawley Village Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Newdale Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Ladygrove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Lawley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Old Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Meadows Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Dawley Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Lantern Academy
PrimaryAbout 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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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.