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Energy Performance Certificate

45, Bridgeside Close

WS8 7BN

WALSALL

Current

C

69

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in WALSALL, WS8 7BN. The property offers 83m² (893 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £832, comprising £564 for heating, £205 for hot water, and £63 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2024 for £129,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 45, Bridgeside Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this WALSALL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £832 are approximately £968 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.4 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 WS8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs WALSALL

This property69
Average61
+13% better
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vs WS8

This property69
Average62
+11% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £113/year more than the WALSALL average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(69 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 Oct 2017

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Property Information

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Full Address

45, Bridgeside Close

WS8 7BN

WALSALL

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

83.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

3.4 tonnes/year

41 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

240 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Oct 2017

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). The WS8 postcode district contains over 4900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£129,000

19 April 2024

Type: Flat

+£12,500(+10.7%)

vs previous sale

£116,500

31 October 2018

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 10.7% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£564.0/yr

Save £218/yr

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Hot Water

£205.0/yr

Save £38/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£63.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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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

Millfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWS8 6BN

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS8 7EG

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Shire Oak Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayWS9 9PA

Last inspected: Apr 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Walsall Wood School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS8 7BP

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St James Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWS8 6AE

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS8 6HX
?Not yet rated

St John's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWS9 9NA

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Castlefort Junior Mixed and Infant School

Primary
📍1 miles awayWS9 9JP

Last inspected: Jan 2020

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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

Higher Crime184 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

69 incidents (38%)

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Criminal damage

19 incidents (10%)

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Vehicle crime

18 incidents (10%)

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Burglary

16 incidents (9%)

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Theft

12 incidents (7%)

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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