Energy Performance Certificate
14 Purbeck Croft
B32 2NL
BIRMINGHAM
Current
D
64
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B32 2NL. The property offers 83m² (893 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (64/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). 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 roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. 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 £1366, comprising £964 for heating, £292 for hot water, and £110 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 14 Purbeck Croft Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1366 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 3.2 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 B32 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B32
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 64/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £624/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Jul 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
14 Purbeck Croft
B32 2NL
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
83.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
64 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
3.2 tonnes/year
38 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
215 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Jul 2025
rental
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 £222 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B32 postcode district contains over 12500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£964.0/yr
Save £235/yr
Hot Water
£292.0/yr
Lighting
50.0% low energy
£110.0/yr
Save £54/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Roof room(s), limited insulation (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Below average lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
World's End Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
World's End Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Woodhouse Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
St Peters CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Paganel Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
94 incidents (41%)
Vehicle crime
33 incidents (14%)
Criminal damage
24 incidents (10%)
Theft
19 incidents (8%)
Burglary
17 incidents (7%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.