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10 Colonial Road

B9 5NG

BIRMINGHAM

Current

D

62

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B9 5NG. The property offers 81m² (872 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 £840, comprising £668 for heating, £90 for hot water, and £82 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 10 Colonial Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £840 are approximately £960 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.0 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 B9 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs B9

This property62
Average56
+11% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £98/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 31 Aug 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

10 Colonial Road

B9 5NG

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

81.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 86

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CO₂ Emissions

4.0 tonnes/year

50 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

283 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

31 Aug 2022

rental

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About BIRMINGHAM

BIRMINGHAM is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in BIRMINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). The B9 postcode district contains over 6500 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

£668/yr

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Hot Water

£90/yr

Save £26/yr

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Lighting

80.0% low energy

£82/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Bordesley Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB9 5XX

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB9 4TR

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Marlborough Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB10 9NY

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Parkfield Community School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB8 3AX

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Outstanding

The Rosary Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB8 3SF

Last inspected: Jan 2023

?Serious Weaknesses

Waverley Studio College

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayB9 5SX

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Shaw Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB8 3AN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Birmingham East

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB8 3DT

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Outstanding

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

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

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Higher Crime605 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

301 incidents (50%)

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Criminal damage

60 incidents (10%)

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Vehicle crime

50 incidents (8%)

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Public order

40 incidents (7%)

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Theft

38 incidents (6%)

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.

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