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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

81, Marlcroft

CV3 3FS

COVENTRY

Current

F

30

Potential

F

30

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£713

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£713

potential per year

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

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£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a F rating — saving up to £0 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Current Costs
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached flat is located in COVENTRY, CV3 3FS. The property offers 33.23m² (358 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (30/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £713, comprising £586 for heating, £98 for hot water, and £29 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
Current
G1-20

Current Rating

F(30 points)

Achievable Rating

F(30 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 8 Oct 2008

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 200mm loft insulation

Good

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

(other premises below)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Average

💡 Lighting

17.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 17% of fixed outlets

Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

81, Marlcroft

CV3 3FS

COVENTRY

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

33.23

1.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

93 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

623 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in COVENTRY

COVENTRY properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CV3) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£586 /yr

🚿 Hot Water

£98 /yr

💡 Lighting

17.0% low energy

£29 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Willenhall Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCV3 3DB

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Corpus Christi Catholic School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCV3 2QP

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Sowe Valley Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCV3 2QX

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

St Bartholomew's Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCV3 2LP

Last inspected: Jul 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Stretton Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCV3 3AE

Last inspected: Feb 2015

Outstanding

Ernesford Grange Community Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayCV3 2QD

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCV3 3AD

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Ernesford Grange Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCV3 2HN

Last inspected: Mar 2019

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
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

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 Crime192 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

83 incidents (43%)

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Criminal damage

34 incidents (18%)

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Vehicle crime

12 incidents (6%)

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Anti-social behaviour

10 incidents (5%)

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Drugs

9 incidents (5%)

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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