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398, Sutton Road

WS5 3BA

WALSALL

Current

D

58

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in WALSALL, WS5 3BA. The property offers 126m² (1356 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £1303, comprising £1088 for heating, £105 for hot water, and £110 for lighting. The property produces 6.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2019 for £350,000.

How Does 398, Sutton Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this WALSALL property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1303 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 126m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the WS5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property58
Average60
-3% below
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vs WALSALL

This property58
Average61
-5% below
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vs WS5

This property58
Average58
At average

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £584/year more than the WALSALL average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(58 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Mar 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

398, Sutton Road

WS5 3BA

WALSALL

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

126.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

58 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

6.3 tonnes/year

51 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

286 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Mar 2019

marketed sale

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About WALSALL

WALSALL is situated in Walsall, West Midlands. Properties in WALSALL have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £369 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WS5 postcode district contains over 5700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WALSALL area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£350,000

10 September 2019

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1088.0/yr

Save £411/yr

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Hot Water

£105.0/yr

Save £32/yr

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Lighting

63.0% low energy

£110.0/yr

Save £30/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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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 63% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Park Hall Junior Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS5 3HF

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Park Hall Infant Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS5 3HF

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Queen Mary's Grammar School

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayWS1 2PG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

Chuckery Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayWS1 2DZ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayWS1 3AY

Last inspected: Oct 2013

Outstanding

Aldridge School - A Science College

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayWS9 0BG

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Blue Coat Church of England Aided Junior School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayWS1 2LP

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Whetstone Field Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayWS9 0HJ

Last inspected: Oct 2023

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: 474 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:474 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:190 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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. 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.

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