Energy Performance Certificate
173 Ambleside
B32 3HX
BIRMINGHAM
Current
C
73
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B32 3HX. The property offers 72m² (775 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 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 (87/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £991, comprising £708 for heating, £178 for hot water, and £105 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2024 for £203,000.
How Does 173 Ambleside 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 £991 are approximately £809 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.4 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 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £249/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 20 Aug 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
173 Ambleside
B32 3HX
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
72.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
188 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Aug 2024
marketed sale
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. 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.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£203,000
17 December 2024
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£708.0/yr
Save £46/yr
Hot Water
£178.0/yr
Save £51/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£105.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, 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 →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bartley Green School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Nonsuch Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Woodgate Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
St Michael's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
King Edward VI Five Ways School
SecondaryHillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Woodcock Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
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: 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
96 incidents (43%)
Criminal damage
37 incidents (16%)
Vehicle crime
24 incidents (11%)
Theft
20 incidents (9%)
Public order
10 incidents (4%)
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.