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Energy Performance Certificate

14 Beach Brook Close

B11 4QF

BIRMINGHAM

Current

B

89

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B11 4QF. The property offers 130m² (1399 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of B (89/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1190, comprising £882 for heating, £137 for hot water, and £171 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 14 Beach Brook Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 89/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1190 are approximately £610 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 130m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 B11 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property89
Average60
+48% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property89
Average60
+48% better
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vs B11

This property89
Average53
+68% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 89/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £448/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(89 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Feb 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

14 Beach Brook Close

B11 4QF

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

130.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

89 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

15 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

85 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Feb 2025

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. The B11 postcode district contains over 11000 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

£882.0/yr

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Hot Water

£137.0/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

£171.0/yr

Save £49/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, limited 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 60% of fixed outlets

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Nelson Mandela School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB12 8EH

Last inspected: Dec 2008

Outstanding

Conway Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB11 1NS

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Clifton Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB12 8NX

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Arden Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB11 4SF

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Ladypool Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB11 1QT

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Ark Boulton Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB11 2QG

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Anderton Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB12 8BL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB11 3JW

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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