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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

39, Upper Ferry Lane, Callow End

WR2 4TL

WORCESTER

Current

F

32

Potential

E

48

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,288

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,657

potential per year

This property costs approximately £488 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £631 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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🏠 ECO4 Scheme

Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a E rating — saving up to £631 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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FA
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£16,500
Payback
~9 yrs
Current Costs
£2,288/yr
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Cavity Wall Insulation

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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached bungalow is located in WORCESTER, WR2 4TL. The property offers 164.33m² (1769 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (32/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (48/100). The gas central heating system has average efficiency, indicating a boiler that may be 10-15 years old. While functional, upgrading to a modern A-rated condensing boiler could improve efficiency by 15-25%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2288, comprising £1902 for heating, £211 for hot water, and £175 for lighting. The property produces 13.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(32 points)

Achievable Rating

E(48 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Apr 2010

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

Granite or whin, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 75mm loft insulation

Average

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Good

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Average

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting

Very Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

39, Upper Ferry Lane

Callow End

WR2 4TL

WORCESTER

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

164.33

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

13.0 tonnes/year

79 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

472 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in WORCESTER

WORCESTER properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (WR2) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1902 /yr

Save £483/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£211 /yr

Save £60/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy

£175 /yr

Save £88/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Callow End CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayWR2 4TE

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Kempsey Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayWR5 3NT

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Powick CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayWR2 4RT
?Not yet rated

Madresfield CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayWR13 5AA

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Rushwick CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayWR2 5SU
?Not yet rated

Cherry Orchard Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayWR5 2DD
?Not yet rated

Pitmaston Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayWR2 4ZF

Last inspected: Jun 2017

Outstanding

Norton Juxta Kempsey CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayWR5 2QJ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 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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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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