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124, War Lane

B17 9RR

BIRMINGHAM

Current

D

62

Potential

D

62

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B17 9RR. The property offers 84.98m² (915 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 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. 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, 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 £737, comprising £600 for heating, £97 for hot water, and £40 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2021 for £270,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 124, War Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £737 are approximately £1063 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.9 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 B17 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 B17

This property62
Average57
+9% 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: £5/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

D(62 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 Mar 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

124, War Lane

B17 9RR

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

84.98

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 62

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CO₂ Emissions

3.9 tonnes/year

45 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

276 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Mar 2009

marketed sale

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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 B17 postcode district contains over 10000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£270,000

9 April 2021

Type: Terraced

+£23,000(+9.3%)

vs previous sale

£247,000

22 June 2017

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 9.3% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£600/yr

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Hot Water

£97/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£40/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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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 - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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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

St Peters CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB17 0BE

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB17 0DN

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Harborne Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB17 9LU

Last inspected: Dec 2014

Outstanding

Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB32 2NG

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Chad Vale Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB15 3JU

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

King Edward VI Lordswood School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayB17 8QB

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB17 8TR
?Not yet rated

Paganel Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB29 5TG

Last inspected: Mar 2020

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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