Energy Performance Certificate
Home Wood, Gatacre Hall
WV5 7AW
WOLVERHAMPTON
Current
D
68
Potential
C
70
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in WOLVERHAMPTON, WV5 7AW. The property offers 115m² (1238 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £1532, comprising £814 for heating, £600 for hot water, and £118 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Home Wood Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this WOLVERHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1532 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 115m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.3 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 WV5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WOLVERHAMPTON
vs WV5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £780/year more than the WOLVERHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 10 Apr 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
Home Wood
Gatacre Hall
Gatacre
WV5 7AW
WOLVERHAMPTON
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
115.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 70
CO₂ Emissions
3.3 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
169 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 Apr 2025
marketed sale
About WOLVERHAMPTON
WOLVERHAMPTON is situated in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Properties in WOLVERHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). The WV5 postcode district contains over 4500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, electric
£814.0/yr
Hot Water
£600.0/yr
Save £87/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£118.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Full secondary glazing
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all 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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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.