At a Glance
This semi-detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B5 7JL. The property offers 89m² (958 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). 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. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £812, comprising £644 for heating, £96 for hot water, and £72 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £812 are approximately £988 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 89m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.8 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 B5 postcode district.
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £70/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average
Current Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 17 Sept 2021
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Full Address
173 Gooch Street
B5 7JL
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
89.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
66 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
3.8 tonnes/year
43 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
243 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Sept 2021
rental
BIRMINGHAM is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in BIRMINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). The B5 postcode district contains over 10600 registered properties.
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Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£644/yr
Save £63/yr
Hot Water
£96/yr
Save £28/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£72/yr
Walls
System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300 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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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.
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Average download speed: 20 Mbps
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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Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.