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Lock Cottage, Queens Road

WV10 7DT

WOLVERHAMPTON

Current

D

68

Potential

C

69

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in WOLVERHAMPTON, WV10 7DT. The property offers 532m² (5726 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. 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 (69/100). 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. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Estimated annual energy costs are £4697, comprising £4011 for heating, £471 for hot water, and £215 for lighting. The property produces 16.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does Lock Cottage Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this WOLVERHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £4697 annually are £2897 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 532m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 16.0 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 WV10 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs WOLVERHAMPTON

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs WV10

This property68
Average61
+11% better

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: £3945/year more than the WOLVERHAMPTON 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(68 points)

Potential Rating

C(69 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 Aug 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Lock Cottage

Queens Road

Calf Heath

WV10 7DT

WOLVERHAMPTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

532.0

11.0 total rooms

11.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 69

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CO₂ Emissions

16.0 tonnes/year

30 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

124 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Aug 2025

marketed sale

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About WOLVERHAMPTON

WOLVERHAMPTON is situated in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Properties in WOLVERHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £3259 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The WV10 postcode district contains over 18100 registered properties. Like many WOLVERHAMPTON 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

Boiler and radiators, oil

£4011.0/yr

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Hot Water

£471.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£215.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, with additional insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated at rafters

Poor
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Windows

Multiple glazing throughout

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

Main Fuel

oil (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Havergal CofE (C) Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayWV10 7LE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Paul's CofE First School

Primary
📍2 miles awayWV9 5AD
?Not yet rated

The Rural Enterprise Academy

Secondary
📍2.1 miles awayST19 5PH

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Longford Primary Academy

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayWS11 1PD

Last inspected: Oct 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Featherstone Academy

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayWV10 7AS

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Cheslyn Hay Academy

Secondary
📍2.3 miles awayWS6 7JQ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Cheslyn Hay Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayWS6 7JQ

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

St Lukes CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayWS11 1HN

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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

Very Low Crime1 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Public order

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.

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