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Energy Performance Certificate

4, Sandy Hollow

WV6 8LF

WOLVERHAMPTON

Current

B

81

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in WOLVERHAMPTON, WV6 8LF. The property offers 50m² (538 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £309, comprising £111 for heating, £152 for hot water, and £46 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 4, Sandy Hollow Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this WOLVERHAMPTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £309 are approximately £1491 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 50m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the WV6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property81
Average60
+35% better
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vs WOLVERHAMPTON

This property81
Average60
+35% better
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vs WV6

This property81
Average57
+42% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £443/year less than the WOLVERHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(81 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

Based on assessment dated 8 Jan 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

4, Sandy Hollow

WV6 8LF

WOLVERHAMPTON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

50.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

81 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

41 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

232 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Jan 2013

rental (social)

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About WOLVERHAMPTON

WOLVERHAMPTON is situated in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Properties in WOLVERHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £641 below the WOLVERHAMPTON average, offering good value. The WV6 postcode district contains over 14000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£111.0/yr

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Hot Water

£152.0/yr

Save £41/yr

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Lighting

57.0% low energy

£46.0/yr

Save £14/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 57% of fixed outlets

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Christ Church (Church of England) Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWV6 8EL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Christ Church (Church of England) Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWV6 8LG

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Westacre Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWV3 9EP

Last inspected: Sept 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

St Peter's Collegiate Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayWV3 9DU

Last inspected: Jul 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Edmund's Catholic Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayWV3 9DU

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Smestow Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayWV3 8HU
?Not yet rated

Castlecroft Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWV3 8HS

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Uplands Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWV3 8BA

Last inspected: Mar 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: 462 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:462 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:185 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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Area Safety

Moderate93 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

31 incidents (33%)

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Shoplifting

26 incidents (28%)

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Criminal damage

11 incidents (12%)

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Burglary

6 incidents (6%)

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Theft

5 incidents (5%)

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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