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14, Rilstone Road

B32 2NP

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

73

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B32 2NP. The property offers 69m² (743 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £557, comprising £355 for heating, £121 for hot water, and £81 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 14, Rilstone Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £557 are approximately £1243 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.1 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 B32 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs B32

This property73
Average58
+26% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £185/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(73 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 Mar 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

14, Rilstone Road

B32 2NP

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

69.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

2.1 tonnes/year

31 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

162 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Mar 2014

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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £387 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B32 postcode district contains over 12500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BIRMINGHAM area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£355/yr

Save £19/yr

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Hot Water

£121/yr

Save £39/yr

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Lighting

11.0% low energy

£81/yr

Save £38/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, with external insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100mm loft insulation

Average
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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 11% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayB32 2NG

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

World's End Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB32 2SA

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

World's End Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB32 2SA

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Woodhouse Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB32 2DL

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB32 3AE

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

St Peters CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB17 0BE

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Paganel Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB29 5TG

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB17 8TR
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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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Area Safety

Higher Crime229 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

91 incidents (40%)

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Vehicle crime

33 incidents (14%)

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Criminal damage

25 incidents (11%)

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Theft

18 incidents (8%)

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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.

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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