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Flat 72, Russell House

WS10 7BB

WEDNESBURY

Current

D

58

Potential

D

67

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in WEDNESBURY, WS10 7BB. The property offers 88m² (947 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £2327, comprising £1760 for heating, £502 for hot water, and £65 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does Flat 72 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this WEDNESBURY property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2327 annually are £527 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. The 88m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.6 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 property58
Average60
-3% below
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vs WEDNESBURY

This property58
Average61
-5% below
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vs WS10

This property58
Average59
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1637/year more than the WEDNESBURY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(58 points)

Potential Rating

D(67 points)

Based on assessment dated 22 Jul 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 72

Russell House

Holyhead Road

WS10 7BB

WEDNESBURY

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Property Type

Flat

Not Recorded

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

88.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

58 / 100

Potential: 67

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

19 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

202 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Jul 2025

rental

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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). Heating costs are £1070 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WS10 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WEDNESBURY area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£1760.0/yr

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Hot Water

£502.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£65.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St John's Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayWS10 9AR

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Holyhead Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS10 7PZ

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS10 9PN
?Not yet rated

Mesty Croft Primary

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWS10 0QY

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Wood Green Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayWS10 9BW

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Old Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS10 9LX

Last inspected: May 2013

Outstanding

Wodensborough Ormiston Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayWS10 0DR

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Albert Pritchard Infant School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWS10 9QG

Last inspected: Jul 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: 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.

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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.

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