Energy Performance Certificate
148 Whitehouse Common Road
B75 6DP
SUTTON COLDFIELD
Current
D
59
Potential
C
73
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in SUTTON COLDFIELD, B75 6DP. The property offers 147mยฒ (1582 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). 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 pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs ยฃ300-ยฃ500 and could save ยฃ150-ยฃ250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 ยฃ3532, comprising ยฃ3111 for heating, ยฃ231 for hot water, and ยฃ190 for lighting. The property produces 7.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does 148 Whitehouse Common Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this SUTTON COLDFIELD property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of ยฃ3532 annually are ยฃ1732 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 147mยฒ, this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87mยฒ). CO2 emissions of 7.4 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the B75 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SUTTON COLDFIELD
vs B75
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ2620/year more than the SUTTON COLDFIELD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 3 May 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
148 Whitehouse Common Road
B75 6DP
SUTTON COLDFIELD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
147.0 mยฒ
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
59 / 100
Potential: 73
COโ Emissions
7.4 tonnes/year
50 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
284 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
3 May 2023
marketed sale
About SUTTON COLDFIELD
SUTTON COLDFIELD is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in SUTTON COLDFIELD have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). Heating costs are ยฃ2199 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B75 postcode district contains over 8100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ3111/yr
Save ยฃ624/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ231/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
ยฃ190/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights โNearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Whitehouse Common Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Hollyfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Fairfax
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2014
Moor Hall Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2014
John Willmott School
SecondaryCoppice Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 482 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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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.