Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 2, 55 Castle Forgate
SY1 2EJ
SHREWSBURY
Current
C
73
Potential
C
73
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in SHREWSBURY, SY1 2EJ. The property offers 94m² (1012 sq ft) of good-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. Estimated annual energy costs are £697, comprising £529 for heating, £102 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 2 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this SHREWSBURY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £697 are approximately £1103 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 94m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 SY1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SHREWSBURY
vs SY1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £110/year less than the SHREWSBURY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 10 Nov 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 2
55 Castle Forgate
SY1 2EJ
SHREWSBURY
Property Type
Flat
NO DATA!
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
94.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 73
CO₂ Emissions
3.0 tonnes/year
32 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
180 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 Nov 2014
new dwelling
About SHREWSBURY
SHREWSBURY is situated in Shrewsbury, Wales. Properties in SHREWSBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £278 below the SHREWSBURY average, offering good value. The SY1 postcode district contains over 9700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£529.0/yr
Hot Water
£102.0/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£66.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.30 W/m-¦K
Roof
(other premises above)
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.92 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Greenfields Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
The Martin Wilson School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Coleham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Mount Pleasant Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
The Wilfred Owen School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
St George's Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Woodfield Infant School
PrimaryAbout 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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 388 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
111 incidents (51%)
Shoplifting
30 incidents (14%)
Criminal damage
17 incidents (8%)
Public order
14 incidents (6%)
Drugs
12 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.
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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.