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Energy Performance Certificate

44 FORGE CLOSE

WS11 8JJ

CHURCHBRIDGE

Current

C

75

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in CHURCHBRIDGE, WS11 8JJ. The property offers 76m² (818 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £698, comprising £410 for heating, £223 for hot water, and £65 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2022 for £130,000.

How Does 44 FORGE CLOSE Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this CHURCHBRIDGE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £698 are approximately £1102 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.6 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 WS11 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs CHURCHBRIDGE

This property75
Average68
+10% better
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vs WS11

This property75
Average61
+23% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £257/year more than the CHURCHBRIDGE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(75 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 Jun 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

44 FORGE CLOSE

WS11 8JJ

CHURCHBRIDGE

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

76.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

199 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Jun 2021

marketed sale

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About CHURCHBRIDGE

CHURCHBRIDGE is situated in Walsall, West Midlands. Properties in CHURCHBRIDGE have an average EPC rating of D (score 68/100). The WS11 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£130,000

1 June 2022

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£410.0/yr

Save £134/yr

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Hot Water

£223.0/yr

Save £52/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£65.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Great Wyrley Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayWS6 6LQ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWS6 6PG

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Moat Hall Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWS6 6BX
?Not yet rated

Bridgtown Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWS11 0AZ

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Glenthorne Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWS6 7BZ

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Cheslyn Hay Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayWS6 7JQ

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Cheslyn Hay Academy

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayWS6 7JQ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayWS11 0AE

Last inspected: Nov 2018

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: 458 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:458 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:183 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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