Energy Performance Certificate
10, Blakeways Close, Edingale
B79 9LL
TAMWORTH
Current
C
72
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in TAMWORTH, B79 9LL. The property offers 196m² (2110 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1565, comprising £1136 for heating, £317 for hot water, and £112 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2021 for £457,500, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 10, Blakeways Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this TAMWORTH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1565 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 196m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.3 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 B79 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs TAMWORTH
vs B79
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £877/year more than the TAMWORTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 9 Sept 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
10, Blakeways Close
Edingale
B79 9LL
TAMWORTH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
196.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
4.3 tonnes/year
22 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
131 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
9 Sept 2020
non marketed sale
About TAMWORTH
TAMWORTH is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in TAMWORTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £448 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B79 postcode district contains over 8700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£457,500
11 February 2021
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£335,000
22 June 2017
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 36.6% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1136.0/yr
Save £68/yr
Hot Water
£317.0/yr
Save £102/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£112.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, 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
Mary Howard CofE (VC) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2014
The Howard Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
St Andrew's CofE (C) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2012
Coton-in-the-Elms Cof E Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
All Saints Church of England Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryRosliston CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Walton On Trent CofE Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St Stephen's Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
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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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.