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Energy Performance Certificate

14, Johnson Drive

B35 6DS

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

70

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B35 6DS. The property offers 81.67m² (879 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £635, comprising £464 for heating, £110 for hot water, and £61 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 14, Johnson Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £635 are approximately £1165 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 B35 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs B35

This property70
Average66
+6% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £107/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Jul 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

14, Johnson Drive

B35 6DS

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

81.67

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

2.9 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

186 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Jul 2011

rental (social)

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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). Heating costs are £278 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B35 postcode district contains over 3600 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

£464.0/yr

Save £81/yr

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Hot Water

£110.0/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

£61.0/yr

Save £17/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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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, 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 60% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Topcliffe Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayB35 6BS

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Chivenor Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB35 7JA

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

St Gerard's RC Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB35 6LB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Pegasus Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB35 6PR

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

Greenwood Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayB35 7NL

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Gunter Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB24 0RU

Last inspected: May 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Paget Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayB24 0JP

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

St Wilfrid's Catholic Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayB36 8LY
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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.

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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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