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Energy Performance Certificate

Pickwick, David Avenue

SY5 0QB

SHREWSBURY

Current

C

71

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in SHREWSBURY, SY5 0QB. The property offers 162.96m² (1754 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £881, comprising £586 for heating, £154 for hot water, and £141 for lighting. The property produces 4.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does Pickwick Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this SHREWSBURY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £881 are approximately £919 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 162.96m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SY5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs SHREWSBURY

This property71
Average62
+15% better
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vs SY5

This property71
Average56
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £74/year more than the SHREWSBURY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 13 May 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

Pickwick

David Avenue

Pontesbury

SY5 0QB

SHREWSBURY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

162.96

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

4.9 tonnes/year

30 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

182 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 May 2009

marketed sale

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About SHREWSBURY

SHREWSBURY is situated in Shrewsbury, Wales. Properties in SHREWSBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £221 below the SHREWSBURY average, offering good value. The SY5 postcode district contains over 7600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£586.0/yr

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Hot Water

£154.0/yr

Save £20/yr

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Lighting

30.0% low energy

£141.0/yr

Save £58/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 30% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Mary Webb School and Science College

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awaySY5 0TG

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Pontesbury CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySY5 0TF

Last inspected: Oct 2014

Outstanding

Minsterley Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awaySY5 0BE

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Longden CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awaySY5 8EX

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Thomas and St Anne CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awaySY5 8JN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Stiperstones CofE Primary School

Primary
📍4.4 miles awaySY5 0LZ

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Trinity CofE Primary School

Primary
📍4.5 miles awaySY5 9LG

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Oakmeadow Church of England Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍4.9 miles awaySY3 0NU
?Not yet rated

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 184 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:184 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:28 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

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