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Energy Performance Certificate

5 Buchanan Avenue

WS4 2ER

WALSALL

Current

C

75

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in WALSALL, WS4 2ER. The property offers 109m² (1173 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 (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £1099, comprising £810 for heating, £229 for hot water, and £60 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 5 Buchanan Avenue Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this WALSALL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1099 are approximately £701 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 109m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.4 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 WS4 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 WALSALL

This property75
Average61
+23% better
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vs WS4

This property75
Average58
+29% 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: £380/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(75 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Aug 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

5 Buchanan Avenue

WS4 2ER

WALSALL

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

109.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

125 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Aug 2025

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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The WS4 postcode district contains over 5500 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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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£810.0/yr

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Hot Water

£229.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£60.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Excellent lighting efficiency

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Queen Mary's High School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayWS4 2AE

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Outstanding

Butts Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWS4 2AH

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Chuckery Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWS1 2DZ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Blue Coat Church of England Aided Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWS1 2LP

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Blue Coat Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayWS1 2ND

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Walsall

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS2 8HN

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Blue Coat Church of England Aided Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS1 3AF

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Walsall Studio School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayWS1 1RL

Last inspected: Sept 2019

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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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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