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Energy Performance Certificate

4a Brooklands Avenue

WS6 6LF

Cheslyn Hay

Current

G

16

Potential

D

68

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,086

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£705

potential per year

This property costs approximately £286 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,381 annually.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £1,381 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

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Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

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£2,000
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This semi-detached flat is located in Cheslyn Hay, WS6 6LF. The property offers 44m² (474 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (16/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (68/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The flat roof has poor insulation. Flat roof insulation is more complex but essential for preventing heat loss and condensation issues, typically costing £1,000-£3,000 depending on access and method. 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 £2086, comprising £1358 for heating, £676 for hot water, and £52 for lighting. The property produces 5.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(16 points)

Achievable Rating

D(68 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Mar 2021

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Flat, limited insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

(other premises below)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

67.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets

Good

Property Information

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Full Address

4a Brooklands Avenue

WS6 6LF

Cheslyn Hay

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

44.0

3.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

5.7 tonnes/year

131 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

774 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in Cheslyn Hay

Cheslyn Hay properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (WS6) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£1358 /yr

Save £867/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£676 /yr

Save £520/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

67.0% low energy

£52 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Great Wyrley Academy

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayWS6 6LQ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Moat Hall Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWS6 6BX
?Not yet rated

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWS6 6PG

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Glenthorne Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS6 7BZ

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Bridgtown Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWS11 0AZ

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Cheslyn Hay Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWS6 7JQ

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Cheslyn Hay Academy

Secondary
📍1 miles awayWS6 7JQ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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