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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

85, Gorsty Hill Road

B65 0HA

ROWLEY REGIS

Current

G

8

Potential

C

77

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£3,657

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£956

potential per year

This property costs approximately £1,857 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,701 annually.

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🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £2,701 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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Cost
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This detached house is located in ROWLEY REGIS, B65 0HA. The property offers 146m² (1572 sq ft) of spacious living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (8/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £3657, comprising £3045 for heating, £476 for hot water, and £136 for lighting. The property produces 14.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(8 points)

Achievable Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 Jun 2013

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

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

No system present: electric heaters assumed

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting

Very Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

85, Gorsty Hill Road

B65 0HA

ROWLEY REGIS

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

146.0

10.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

14.0 tonnes/year

98 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

554 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in ROWLEY REGIS

ROWLEY REGIS properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (B65) 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

No system present: electric heaters assumed

£3045 /yr

Save £2251/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£476 /yr

Save £382/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy

£136 /yr

Save £68/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Highfields Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB65 0DA

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Temple Meadow Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB64 6RH

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Olive Hill Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB62 8JZ

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Ormiston Forge Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayB64 6QU

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Newfield Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB63 3TP

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Blackheath Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB65 9NF

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Old Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB64 6DR

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Hurst Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB62 9NZ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

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: 471 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:471 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:188 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 Crime214 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

97 incidents (45%)

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Shoplifting

36 incidents (17%)

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Criminal damage

13 incidents (6%)

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Public order

13 incidents (6%)

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Vehicle crime

13 incidents (6%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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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