Energy Performance Certificate
The Retreat, Dorrington
SY5 7JD
SHREWSBURY
Current
B
82
Potential
B
84
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in SHREWSBURY, SY5 7JD. The property offers 196m² (2110 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), 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. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £3547, comprising £3029 for heating, £300 for hot water, and £218 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does The Retreat Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this SHREWSBURY property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £3547 annually are £1747 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 196m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.9 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 SY5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SHREWSBURY
vs SY5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £2740/year more than the SHREWSBURY average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 10 May 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
The Retreat
Dorrington
SY5 7JD
SHREWSBURY
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
196.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
82 / 100
Potential: 84
CO₂ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
15 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
88 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 May 2023
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 £2222 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SY5 postcode district contains over 7600 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
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
£3029.0/yr
Save £200/yr
Hot Water
£300.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£218.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, 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
St Edward's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Longnor CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2011
Condover CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Longden CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Oakmeadow Church of England Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryMeole Brace Church of England Primary and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
St Thomas and St Anne CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Meole Brace School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
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: 165 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 2026violent crime
3 incidents (60%)
Theft
1 incidents (20%)
Other crime
1 incidents (20%)
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.