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5, Van Dyke Close

CV5 8LX

COVENTRY

Current

D

58

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in COVENTRY, CV5 8LX. The property offers 87m² (936 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1035, comprising £799 for heating, £106 for hot water, and £130 for lighting. The property produces 4.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2019 for £125,000. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 5, Van Dyke Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this COVENTRY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1035 are approximately £765 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CV5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property58
Average60
-3% below
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vs COVENTRY

This property58
Average61
-5% below
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vs CV5

This property58
Average57
+2% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £344/year more than the COVENTRY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(58 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 21 Aug 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

5, Van Dyke Close

CV5 8LX

COVENTRY

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

87.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

58 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

4.8 tonnes/year

55 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

312 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Aug 2019

marketed sale

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About COVENTRY

COVENTRY is situated in Coventry, West Midlands. Properties in COVENTRY have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The CV5 postcode district contains over 15300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the COVENTRY area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£125,000

2 December 2019

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£799.0/yr

Save £72/yr

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Hot Water

£106/yr

Save £34/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£130/yr

Save £65/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Whoberley Hall Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCV5 8AJ

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

St John's Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCV5 9HZ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St John Vianney Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCV5 7GX
?Not yet rated

St Christopher Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCV5 9JG

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Allesley Hall Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCV5 9NG

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Mount Nod Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCV5 7BG

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Park Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCV5 7LR

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Limbrick Wood Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCV4 9QT

Last inspected: May 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: 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 Crime158 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

66 incidents (42%)

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Theft

14 incidents (9%)

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Shoplifting

14 incidents (9%)

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Criminal damage

13 incidents (8%)

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Vehicle crime

11 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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