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Energy Performance Certificate

8, Hobs Road

WS10 9BD

WEDNESBURY

Current

C

79

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in WEDNESBURY, WS10 9BD. The property offers 53m² (570 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £354, comprising £234 for heating, £66 for hot water, and £54 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2021 for £122,500.

How Does 8, Hobs Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this WEDNESBURY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £354 are approximately £1446 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 53m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.2 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 WS10 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs WEDNESBURY

This property79
Average61
+30% better
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vs WS10

This property79
Average59
+34% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £336/year less than the WEDNESBURY 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(79 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 27 Feb 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

8, Hobs Road

WS10 9BD

WEDNESBURY

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

53.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

1.2 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

132 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Feb 2020

new dwelling

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £456 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

£122,500

7 January 2021

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£234/yr

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Hot Water

£66/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£54/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - 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

Albert Pritchard Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWS10 9QG

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Wood Green Junior School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayWS10 9BW

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayWS10 9QS
?Not yet rated

Wood Green Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayWS10 9QU

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWS10 9PN
?Not yet rated

Mesty Croft Primary

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS10 0QY

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Park Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS10 0TJ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Old Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWS10 9LX

Last inspected: May 2013

Outstanding

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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