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73, Terret Close

WS1 1EN

WALSALL

Current

D

63

Potential

C

71

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in WALSALL, WS1 1EN. The property offers 60.2m² (648 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (71/100). 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 £561, comprising £340 for heating, £186 for hot water, and £35 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2025 for £108,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database. 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 73, Terret Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this WALSALL property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £561 are approximately £1239 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 60.2m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 WS1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property63
Average60
+5% better
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vs WALSALL

This property63
Average61
+3% better
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vs WS1

This property63
Average57
+11% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £158/year less than the WALSALL 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(63 points)

Potential Rating

C(71 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 17 Jul 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

73, Terret Close

WS1 1EN

WALSALL

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

60.2

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

63 / 100

Potential: 71

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

33 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

222 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Jul 2010

rental (private)

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About WALSALL

WALSALL is situated in Walsall, West Midlands. Properties in WALSALL have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £379 below the WALSALL average, offering good value. The WS1 postcode district contains over 9600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£108,000

25 April 2025

Type: Flat

+£3,000(+2.9%)

vs previous sale

£105,000

16 June 2023

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 2.9% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£340.0/yr

Save £130/yr

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Hot Water

£186.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£35.0/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

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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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

Queen Mary's High School

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayWS4 2AE

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Outstanding

Butts Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWS4 2AH

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Walsall

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWS2 8HN

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Walsall Studio School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayWS1 1RL

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Chuckery Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS1 2DZ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Blue Coat Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayWS1 2ND

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Blue Coat Church of England Aided Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWS1 2LP

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Croft Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWS2 8JE

Last inspected: Apr 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime554 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

195 incidents (35%)

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Shoplifting

84 incidents (15%)

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Burglary

36 incidents (6%)

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Public order

36 incidents (6%)

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Criminal damage

33 incidents (6%)

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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