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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 2, 56 Sedgley Road

WV4 5JS

WOLVERHAMPTON

Current

G

20

Potential

C

76

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£5,441

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,226

potential per year

This property costs approximately £3,641 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £4,215 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 £4,215 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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39,000
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Investment
£20,000
Payback
~2 yrs
Current Costs
£5,441/yr
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New A-Rated Boiler

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

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£3,500
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Air Source Heat Pump

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

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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

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External Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. External insulation can dramatically cut heat loss.

Save £400/yrPayback: ~30 years+8 EPC points
£12,000
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This terraced maisonette is located in WOLVERHAMPTON, WV4 5JS. The property offers 85m² (915 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated G (20/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The flat roof has poor insulation. Flat roof insulation is more complex but essential for preventing heat loss and condensation issues, typically costing £1,000-£3,000 depending on access and method. 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 £5441, comprising £4423 for heating, £877 for hot water, and £141 for lighting. The property produces 7.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average 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(20 points)

Achievable Rating

C(76 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Sept 2023

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

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Flat, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

(another dwelling below)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 2

56 Sedgley Road

WV4 5JS

WOLVERHAMPTON

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Property Type

Maisonette

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

85.0

4.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

7.7 tonnes/year

91 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

536 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in WOLVERHAMPTON

WOLVERHAMPTON properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (WV4) 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

£4423 /yr

Save £3660/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£877 /yr

Save £590/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy

£141 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWV4 5LG
?Not yet rated

Alder Coppice Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayDY3 3PS

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Colton Hills Community School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayWV4 5DG

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Cotwall End Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayDY3 3YG

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Queen Victoria Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayDY3 1JB
?Not yet rated

The Dormston School

Secondary
📍1.4 miles awayDY3 1SN

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Woodfield Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayWV4 4AG
?Not yet rated

Straits Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayDY3 3EE

Last inspected: Mar 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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 20 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:20 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:3 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

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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.

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