Energy Performance Certificate
Home Farm, Gatacre
WV5 7AW
WOLVERHAMPTON
Current
C
75
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in WOLVERHAMPTON, WV5 7AW. The property offers 524m² (5640 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £3214, comprising £2866 for heating, £147 for hot water, and £201 for lighting. The property produces 14.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Home Farm Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this WOLVERHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £3214 annually are £1414 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 524m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 14.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the WV5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WOLVERHAMPTON
vs WV5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £2462/year more than the WOLVERHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 1 Aug 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Home Farm
Gatacre
Claverley
WV5 7AW
WOLVERHAMPTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
524.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
75 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
14.0 tonnes/year
28 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
79 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Aug 2022
marketed sale
About WOLVERHAMPTON
WOLVERHAMPTON is situated in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Properties in WOLVERHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £2114 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WV5 postcode district contains over 4500 registered properties. Like many WOLVERHAMPTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£2866.0/yr
Save £284/yr
Hot Water
£147.0/yr
Save £19/yr
Lighting
98.0% low energy
£201.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, insulated
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 98% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Corbett VA CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Claverley CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Alveley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Worfield Endowed CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
All Saints' CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St John's CofE (C) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
St Mary's Bluecoat CofE (VA) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 10 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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
1 incidents (100%)
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.