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Energy Performance Certificate

18, Parsons Road

B98 7EQ

REDDITCH

Current

C

73

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in REDDITCH, B98 7EQ. The property offers 45m² (484 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £491, comprising £297 for heating, £130 for hot water, and £64 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 18, Parsons Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this REDDITCH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £491 are approximately £1309 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 45m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.8 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 B98 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs REDDITCH

This property73
Average63
+16% better
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vs B98

This property73
Average61
+20% better

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: £179/year less than the REDDITCH 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(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 23 Feb 2017

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Property Information

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Full Address

18, Parsons Road

B98 7EQ

REDDITCH

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Property Type

Flat

Enclosed End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

45.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

61 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

363 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Feb 2017

rental (social)

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About REDDITCH

REDDITCH is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in REDDITCH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £373 below the REDDITCH average, offering good value. The B98 postcode district contains over 14400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£297.0/yr

Save £58/yr

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Hot Water

£130.0/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£64.0/yr

Save £25/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Luke's CofE First School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB97 4NU

Last inspected: Jan 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Holyoakes Field First School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB97 6HF
?Not yet rated

Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB98 8HB

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

St George's CofE First School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB98 8LU
?Not yet rated

St Stephen's CofE First School

Primary
📍1 miles awayB98 8HW
?Not yet rated

Batchley First and Nursery School

Primary
📍1 miles awayB97 6PD

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

The Vaynor First School

Primary
📍1 miles awayB97 5BL

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Webheath Academy Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayB97 5RJ

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

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 Crime228 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

106 incidents (46%)

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Shoplifting

33 incidents (14%)

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Theft

23 incidents (10%)

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Criminal damage

21 incidents (9%)

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Burglary

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.

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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