Energy Performance Certificate
38 TOWNSON ROAD, WOLVERHAMPTON
WV11 2PW
WOLVERHAMPTON
Current
D
65
Potential
C
74
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in WOLVERHAMPTON, WV11 2PW. The property offers 39m² (420 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £538, comprising £355 for heating, £141 for hot water, and £42 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2025 for £102,500, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 38 TOWNSON ROAD Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this WOLVERHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £538 are approximately £1262 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 39m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 WV11 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WOLVERHAMPTON
vs WV11
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £214/year less than the WOLVERHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 21 Oct 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
38 TOWNSON ROAD
WOLVERHAMPTON
WV11 2PW
WOLVERHAMPTON
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
39.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
65 / 100
Potential: 74
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
58 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
331 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Oct 2020
marketed sale
About WOLVERHAMPTON
WOLVERHAMPTON is situated in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Properties in WOLVERHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £397 below the WOLVERHAMPTON average, offering good value. The WV11 postcode district contains over 10700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WOLVERHAMPTON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£102,500
RECENT31 July 2025
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
£73,000
27 January 2021
Type: Flat
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 40.4% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£355.0/yr
Save £93/yr
Hot Water
£141.0/yr
Save £49/yr
Lighting
80.0% low energy
£42.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Oak Meadow Primary School
PrimaryCorpus Christi Catholic Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Coppice Performing Arts School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
St Alban's Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Edward the Elder Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Perry Hall Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Pool Hayes Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Wednesfield Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
74 incidents (47%)
Shoplifting
21 incidents (13%)
Anti-social behaviour
15 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
13 incidents (8%)
Vehicle crime
10 incidents (6%)
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.
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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.