Energy Performance Certificate
Rock Cottage, The Bog
SY5 0NJ
SHREWSBURY
Current
A
93
Potential
A
115
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in SHREWSBURY, SY5 0NJ. The property offers 185m² (1991 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of A (93/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1930, comprising £1441 for heating, £340 for hot water, and £149 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Rock Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 93/100, this SHREWSBURY property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1930 are close to the UK average. At 185m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 1.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SHREWSBURY
vs SY5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 93/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £1123/year more than the SHREWSBURY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 12 May 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Rock Cottage
The Bog
Minsterley
SY5 0NJ
SHREWSBURY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
185.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
93 / 100
Potential: 115
CO₂ Emissions
1.0 tonnes/year
5 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
33 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 May 2022
marketed sale
About SHREWSBURY
SHREWSBURY is situated in Shrewsbury, Wales. Properties in SHREWSBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £634 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SY5 postcode district contains over 7600 registered properties. Like many SHREWSBURY properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
£1441.0/yr
Save £427/yr
Hot Water
£340.0/yr
Save £106/yr
Lighting
70.0% low energy
£149.0/yr
Save £35/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Flat, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 70% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Stiperstones CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Norbury Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
Minsterley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Long Mountain CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Bishops Castle Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
The Community College, Bishop's Castle
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Chirbury CofE VC Primary School & Busy Bees Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Pontesbury CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2014
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: 1 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 2026Theft
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.
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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.