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Sandstone Cottage, Cold Hatton

TF6 6PZ

TELFORD

Current

C

69

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in TELFORD, TF6 6PZ. The property offers 285m² (3068 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £4141, comprising £3735 for heating, £205 for hot water, and £201 for lighting. The property produces 9.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does Sandstone Cottage Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this TELFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £4141 annually are £2341 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 285m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 9.1 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 TF6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs TELFORD

This property69
Average66
+5% better
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vs TF6

This property69
Average62
+11% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £3490/year more than the TELFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(69 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 Dec 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Sandstone Cottage

Cold Hatton

TF6 6PZ

TELFORD

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

285.0

11.0 total rooms

11.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

9.1 tonnes/year

32 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

162 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Dec 2024

not sale or rental

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About TELFORD

TELFORD is situated in Shropshire, West Midlands. Properties in TELFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 66/100). Heating costs are £3084 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The TF6 postcode district contains over 2400 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, Boiler and radiators, oil

£3735.0/yr

Save £523/yr

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Hot Water

£205.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£201.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and radiators, oil

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Crudgington Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayTF6 6JF
?Not yet rated

Tibberton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayTF10 8NN

Last inspected: Mar 2013

Outstanding

High Ercall Primary School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayTF6 6AF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Peter's Bratton Church of England Academy

Primary
📍4.5 miles awayTF5 0NT
?Not yet rated

St Marys CofE Primary School

Primary
📍4.5 miles awaySY4 4JR
?Not yet rated

Hodnet Primary School

Primary
📍4.6 miles awayTF9 3NS

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

St Lawrence Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍4.7 miles awayTF6 6DH

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Stoke-on-Tern Primary School

Primary
📍4.9 miles awayTF9 2LF

Last inspected: Feb 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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: 333 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:333 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:50 Mbps
Maximum:200 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.

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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.

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