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Energy Performance Certificate

8, Burrs Drive

WS10 0BB

WEDNESBURY

Current

D

62

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in WEDNESBURY, WS10 0BB. The property offers 68m² (732 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 (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £766, comprising £331 for heating, £366 for hot water, and £69 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2018 for £94,000.

How Does 8, Burrs Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this WEDNESBURY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £766 are approximately £1034 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.9 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 WS10 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs WEDNESBURY

This property62
Average61
+2% better
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vs WS10

This property62
Average59
+5% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £76/year more than the WEDNESBURY 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(62 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 Sept 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

8, Burrs Drive

WS10 0BB

WEDNESBURY

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

68.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

2.9 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

242 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Sept 2013

marketed sale

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About WEDNESBURY

WEDNESBURY is situated in Walsall, West Midlands. Properties in WEDNESBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £359 below the WEDNESBURY average, offering good value. The WS10 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£94,000

9 February 2018

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£331/yr

Save £114/yr

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Hot Water

£366/yr

Save £244/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£69/yr

Save £19/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

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 (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St John's Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWS10 9AR

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Moorlands Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB71 2NZ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Mesty Croft Primary

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWS10 0QY

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Wodensborough Ormiston Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayWS10 0DR

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Tameside Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS10 0EZ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

St John Bosco Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB71 2ST
?Not yet rated

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS10 9PN
?Not yet rated

Hateley Heath Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB71 2RP
?Not yet rated

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 Crime282 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

120 incidents (43%)

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Shoplifting

31 incidents (11%)

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Criminal damage

28 incidents (10%)

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Theft

23 incidents (8%)

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Public order

18 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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