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Energy Performance Certificate

131, Church Lane, Aston

B6 5UG

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

79

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B6 5UG. The property offers 76m² (818 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. 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 (87/100). 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 £700, comprising £479 for heating, £162 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 131, Church Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £700 are approximately £1100 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.2 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the B6 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 BIRMINGHAM

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs B6

This property79
Average57
+39% 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: £42/year less than the BIRMINGHAM 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(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 May 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

131, Church Lane

Aston

B6 5UG

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

76.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

29 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

160 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 May 2018

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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £263 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B6 postcode district contains over 5500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Warm air, mains gas

£479.0/yr

Save £109/yr

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Hot Water

£162.0/yr

Save £72/yr

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Lighting

90.0% low energy

£59.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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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

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Warm air, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Manor Park Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayB6 5UQ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

King Edward VI Aston School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB6 6DJ

Last inspected: May 2022

Outstanding

St Clement's Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB7 5NS

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Aston Tower Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB6 5BE

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB7 5HA
?Not yet rated

Cromwell Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB7 5BA
?Not yet rated

Yew Tree Community Junior and Infant School (NC)

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB6 6RX

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

E-ACT Nechells Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB7 5LB

Last inspected: May 2021

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:192 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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