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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat Above, Albert House

WS10 8JS

DARLASTON

Current

D

63

Potential

C

70

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in DARLASTON, WS10 8JS. The property offers 44m² (474 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £567, comprising £428 for heating, £96 for hot water, and £43 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is 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 Above Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this DARLASTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £567 are approximately £1233 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 44m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.7 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 WS10 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property63
Average60
+5% better
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vs DARLASTON

This property63
Average58
+9% better
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vs WS10

This property63
Average59
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £109/year less than the DARLASTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(63 points)

Potential Rating

C(70 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Nov 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat Above

Albert House

The Green

WS10 8JS

DARLASTON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

44.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

63 / 100

Potential: 70

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CO₂ Emissions

2.7 tonnes/year

61 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

344 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Nov 2022

rental

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About DARLASTON

DARLASTON is situated in Walsall, West Midlands. Properties in DARLASTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 58/100). Heating costs are £248 below the DARLASTON average, offering good value. The WS10 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties. Like many DARLASTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Community scheme

£428.0/yr

Save £112/yr

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Hot Water

£96.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£43.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Community scheme

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Darlaston

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayWS10 8HN

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Outstanding

Woods Bank Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayWS10 8NQ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Salisbury Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayWS10 8BQ

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Old Church Church of England C Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWS10 8DL

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

County Bridge Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayWS2 0DH

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Grace Academy Darlaston

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayWS10 8QJ

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Kings Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS10 9JG

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Outstanding

Pinfold Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayWS10 8PU

Last inspected: Oct 2022

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime325 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

131 incidents (40%)

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Vehicle crime

45 incidents (14%)

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Shoplifting

33 incidents (10%)

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Criminal damage

26 incidents (8%)

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Theft

20 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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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