Energy Performance Certificate
18 Murrell Close, Birmingham
B5 7NB
Current
B
88
Potential
B
89
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in the B5 7NB postcode area. The property offers 90m² (969 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (88/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 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 £777, comprising £539 for heating, £141 for hot water, and £97 for lighting. The property produces 1.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 18 Murrell Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 88/100, this B5 property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £777 are approximately £1023 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 90m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.3 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs B5
vs B5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 88/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £73/year less than the B5 average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 29 Feb 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
18 Murrell Close
Birmingham
B5 7NB
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
90.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
88 / 100
Potential: 89
CO₂ Emissions
1.3 tonnes/year
15 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
83 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
29 Feb 2024
rental
About This Area
Heating costs are £311 below the average, offering good value. The B5 postcode district contains over 10600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£539.0/yr
Hot Water
£141.0/yr
Save £42/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£97.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
System built, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (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
Oasis Academy Woodview
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Percy Shurmer Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Chandos Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2010
St Thomas CofE Academy
PrimaryArk St Alban's Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
City Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Heath Mount Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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
488 incidents (38%)
Shoplifting
193 incidents (15%)
Theft
112 incidents (9%)
Public order
89 incidents (7%)
Criminal damage
82 incidents (6%)
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.