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The Vicarage, Minsterley

SY5 0AA

SHREWSBURY

Current

C

79

Potential

B

91

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in SHREWSBURY, SY5 0AA. The property offers 181m² (1948 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (91/100). 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 cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £1522, comprising £1031 for heating, £347 for hot water, and £144 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does The Vicarage Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this SHREWSBURY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1522 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 181m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.6 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs SHREWSBURY

This property79
Average62
+27% better
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vs SY5

This property79
Average56
+41% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £715/year more than the SHREWSBURY 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(79 points)

Potential Rating

B(91 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 Jun 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

The Vicarage

Minsterley

SY5 0AA

SHREWSBURY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

181.0

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 91

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CO₂ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

14 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

84 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Jun 2025

rental

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £224 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.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£1031.0/yr

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Hot Water

£347.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£144.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (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

Minsterley Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySY5 0BE

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

Pontesbury CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awaySY5 0TF

Last inspected: Oct 2014

Outstanding

Mary Webb School and Science College

Secondary
📍2 miles awaySY5 0TG

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Stiperstones CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awaySY5 0LZ

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Long Mountain CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awaySY5 9HT

Last inspected: Jan 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Longden CofE Primary School

Primary
📍4.3 miles awaySY5 8EX

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Thomas and St Anne CofE Primary School

Primary
📍4.8 miles awaySY5 8JN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Trinity CofE Primary School

Primary
📍5.7 miles awaySY5 9LG

Last inspected: Nov 2022

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: 480 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:480 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:72 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnetVodafone

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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