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Energy Performance Certificate

17, Varden Croft

B5 7LR

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

79

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B5 7LR. The property offers 91.96m² (990 sq ft) of good-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £443, comprising £181 for heating, £209 for hot water, and £53 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 17, Varden Croft Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £443 are approximately £1357 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 91.96m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.6 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 B5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs B5

This property79
Average71
+11% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £299/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(79 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 Mar 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

17, Varden Croft

B5 7LR

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

91.96

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

17 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

112 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Mar 2011

new dwelling

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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 £561 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B5 postcode district contains over 10600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£181/yr

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Hot Water

£209/yr

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Lighting

10.0% low energy

£53/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m?K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m?K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m?K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Poor

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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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

Percy Shurmer Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB12 9ED

Last inspected: May 2023

Outstanding

Oasis Academy Woodview

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB15 2HU

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Chandos Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB12 0YN

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Ark St Alban's Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB12 0YH

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Heath Mount Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB12 9SR
?Not yet rated

St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB15 2AY

Last inspected: Jun 2010

Outstanding

St Thomas CofE Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB15 2AT
?Not yet rated

City Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayB15 2EF

Last inspected: Mar 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

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 Crime861 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

338 incidents (39%)

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Theft

91 incidents (11%)

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Shoplifting

65 incidents (8%)

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Vehicle crime

64 incidents (7%)

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Criminal damage

56 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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