Energy Performance Certificate
4, Mill Stream, Worthen
SY5 9JX
SHREWSBURY
Current
D
62
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in SHREWSBURY, SY5 9JX. The property offers 144m² (1550 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2048, comprising £1764 for heating, £169 for hot water, and £115 for lighting. The property produces 10.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2024 for £385,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 4, Mill Stream Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this SHREWSBURY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £2048 are close to the UK average. At 144m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 10.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SY5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SHREWSBURY
vs SY5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1241/year more than the SHREWSBURY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 2 Mar 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
4, Mill Stream
Worthen
SY5 9JX
SHREWSBURY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
144.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
62 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
10.0 tonnes/year
73 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
430 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
2 Mar 2016
FiT application
About SHREWSBURY
SHREWSBURY is situated in Shrewsbury, Wales. Properties in SHREWSBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £957 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SY5 postcode district contains over 7600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£385,000
11 September 2024
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£355,000
8 December 2022
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£280,000
3 October 2019
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 37.5% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£1764.0/yr
Save £893/yr
Hot Water
£169.0/yr
Save £62/yr
Lighting
67.0% low energy
£115.0/yr
Save £29/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Long Mountain CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Minsterley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Stiperstones CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Pontesbury CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2014
Mary Webb School and Science College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Chirbury CofE VC Primary School & Busy Bees Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Longden CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St Thomas and St Anne CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
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: 165 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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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.