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Energy Performance Certificate

15 Crompton Road, Birmingham

B45 0LH

Current

C

72

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in the B45 0LH postcode area. The property offers 53m² (570 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), 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 good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £705, comprising £551 for heating, £95 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 15 Crompton Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this B45 property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £705 are approximately £1095 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 53m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². 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 B45 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs B45

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs B45

This property72
Average61
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £145/year less than the B45 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(72 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Feb 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

15 Crompton Road

Birmingham

B45 0LH

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Property Type

Bungalow

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

53.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

2.1 tonnes/year

40 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

226 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Feb 2025

rental

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About This Area

Heating costs are £299 below the average, offering good value. The B45 postcode district contains over 11900 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

£551.0/yr

Save £65/yr

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Hot Water

£95.0/yr

Save £36/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£59.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Reaside Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB45 0HY

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

King Edward VI Balaam Wood Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB45 0EU
?Not yet rated

Holly Hill Methodist CofE Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB45 0EU

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Waseley Hills High School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayB45 9EL

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Beaconside Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍1 miles awayB45 9DX

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

St James Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayB45 9BN

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Outstanding

Forestdale Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayB45 0JS

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Colmers School and Sixth Form College

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayB45 9NY

Last inspected: Apr 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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

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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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