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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

7, Kings Road, Calf Heath

WV10 7DU

WOLVERHAMPTON

Current

F

26

Potential

F

38

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,929

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£2,270

potential per year

This property costs approximately £1,129 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £659 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a F rating — saving up to £659 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Current Costs
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Loft Insulation

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New A-Rated Boiler

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

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Air Source Heat Pump

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

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached house is located in WOLVERHAMPTON, WV10 7DU. The property offers 195.2m² (2101 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (26/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. 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 £2929, comprising £2222 for heating, £449 for hot water, and £258 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(26 points)

Achievable Rating

F(38 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 16 Apr 2010

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, filled cavity

Good

🏗️ Roof

Flat, limited insulation (assumed)

Poor

🪟 Windows

Mostly double glazing

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, LPG

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

23.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 23% of fixed outlets

Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

7, Kings Road

Calf Heath

WV10 7DU

WOLVERHAMPTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

195.2

9.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

11.0 tonnes/year

47 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

230 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in WOLVERHAMPTON

WOLVERHAMPTON properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (WV10) 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

Boiler and radiators, LPG

£2222 /yr

Save £434/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£449 /yr

Save £113/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

23.0% low energy

£258 /yr

Save £112/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Havergal CofE (C) Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayWV10 7LE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Paul's CofE First School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayWV9 5AD
?Not yet rated

The Rural Enterprise Academy

Secondary
📍2 miles awayST19 5PH

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Featherstone Academy

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayWV10 7AS

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Longford Primary Academy

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayWS11 1PD

Last inspected: Oct 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Cheslyn Hay Academy

Secondary
📍2.5 miles awayWS6 7JQ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Cheslyn Hay Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayWS6 7JQ

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

St Lukes CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayWS11 1HN

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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: 453 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:453 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:181 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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