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Energy Performance Certificate

7 Wave Close, Walsall

WS2 9LW

West Midlands

Current

D

61

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in West Midlands, WS2 9LW. The property offers 101m² (1087 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (72/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £635, comprising £571 for heating, £0 for hot water, and £64 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. 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 7 Wave Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this West Midlands property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £635 are approximately £1165 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 101m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.7 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 WS2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs West Midlands

This property61
Average69
-12% below
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vs WS2

This property61
Average61
At average

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £253/year more than the West Midlands 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(61 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 20 Jan 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

7 Wave Close

Walsall

WS2 9LW

West Midlands

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

101.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

61 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

2.7 tonnes/year

27 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

159 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Jan 2022

rental

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About West Midlands

West Midlands is situated in Walsall, West Midlands. Properties in West Midlands have an average EPC rating of C (score 69/100). The WS2 postcode district contains over 14100 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

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£571.0/yr

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Hot Water

£0.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£64.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Flat, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Birchills Church of England Community Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWS2 8NF

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Walsall

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWS2 8HN

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Walsall Studio School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayWS1 1RL

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Croft Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS2 8JE

Last inspected: Apr 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Reedswood E-ACT Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWS2 8RX

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Alumwell Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWS2 9UP

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Alumwell Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWS2 9UP

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Blue Coat Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayWS1 2ND

Last inspected: Jan 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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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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