Energy Performance Certificate
56 Essington Road
WV12 5DW
WILLENHALL
Current
C
74
Potential
C
74
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in WILLENHALL, WV12 5DW. The property offers 72m² (775 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1223, comprising £787 for heating, £315 for hot water, and £121 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 56 Essington Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this WILLENHALL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1223 are approximately £577 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.3 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 WV12 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WILLENHALL
vs WV12
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £556/year more than the WILLENHALL average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 19 May 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
56 Essington Road
WV12 5DW
WILLENHALL
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
72.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 74
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
185 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 May 2023
rental
About WILLENHALL
WILLENHALL is situated in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Properties in WILLENHALL have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The WV12 postcode district contains over 6800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£787.0/yr
Hot Water
£315.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£121.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Flat, insulated
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Beacon Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
New Invention Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
New Invention Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Woodlands Academy of Learning
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Alban's Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Coppice Performing Arts School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Oak Meadow Primary School
PrimaryPool Hayes Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
70 incidents (48%)
Criminal damage
20 incidents (14%)
Shoplifting
17 incidents (12%)
Anti-social behaviour
9 incidents (6%)
Vehicle crime
8 incidents (5%)
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.
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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.