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10 Hargreave Close

B76 1GR

SUTTON COLDFIELD

Current

C

72

Potential

A

94

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in SUTTON COLDFIELD, B76 1GR. The property offers 42m² (452 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. 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 A rating (94/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £606, comprising £397 for heating, £164 for hot water, and £45 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2024 for £212,000.

How Does 10 Hargreave Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this SUTTON COLDFIELD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £606 are approximately £1194 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 42m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 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 B76 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs SUTTON COLDFIELD

This property72
Average59
+22% better
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vs B76

This property72
Average58
+24% better

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: £306/year less than the SUTTON COLDFIELD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

A(94 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 23 Feb 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

10 Hargreave Close

B76 1GR

SUTTON COLDFIELD

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Property Type

Bungalow

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

42.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 94

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CO₂ Emissions

2.9 tonnes/year

69 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

406 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Feb 2022

marketed sale

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About SUTTON COLDFIELD

SUTTON COLDFIELD is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in SUTTON COLDFIELD have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £515 below the SUTTON COLDFIELD average, offering good value. The B76 postcode district contains over 6400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£212,000

15 April 2024

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£397.0/yr

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Hot Water

£164.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£45.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

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

The Deanery Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB76 2RD

Last inspected: Jun 2013

Outstanding

Walmley Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB76 1JB

Last inspected: Jan 2014

Outstanding

Walmley Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB76 1JB

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Bishop Walsh Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayB76 1QT

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Penns Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB72 1BS

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Maney Hill Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayB72 1JU

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayB76 2SP

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

St Gerard's RC Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayB35 6LB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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: 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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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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