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72a Castlebridge Road

WV11 3NT

WOLVERHAMPTON

Current

C

71

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in WOLVERHAMPTON, WV11 3NT. The property offers 44m² (474 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), 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, 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 £731, comprising £495 for heating, £191 for hot water, and £45 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 72a Castlebridge Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this WOLVERHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £731 are approximately £1069 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 44m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.4 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the WV11 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs WOLVERHAMPTON

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs WV11

This property71
Average60
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £21/year less than the WOLVERHAMPTON 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(71 points)

Potential Rating

C(73 points)

Based on assessment dated 29 Oct 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

72a Castlebridge Road

WV11 3NT

WOLVERHAMPTON

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Property Type

Flat

Not Recorded

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

44.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 73

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CO₂ Emissions

1.4 tonnes/year

32 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

184 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Oct 2025

rental

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About WOLVERHAMPTON

WOLVERHAMPTON is situated in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Properties in WOLVERHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £257 below the WOLVERHAMPTON average, offering good value. The WV11 postcode district contains over 10700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WOLVERHAMPTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£495.0/yr

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Hot Water

£191.0/yr

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Lighting

86.0% low energy

£45.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Poor
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Below average lighting efficiency

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Perry Hall Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWV11 3RT

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Pool Hayes Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWV12 4RX

Last inspected: Jul 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Oak Meadow Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWV11 2QQ
?Not yet rated

Pool Hayes Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayWV12 4QZ

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Coppice Performing Arts School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayWV11 2QE

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Edward the Elder Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWV11 3DB

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWV11 2LT

Last inspected: Nov 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

Wednesfield Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayWV11 3ES

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

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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