Energy Performance Certificate
18 Thackeray Drive
B79 8HZ
TAMWORTH
Current
C
77
Potential
C
77
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced maisonette is located in TAMWORTH, B79 8HZ. The property offers 65m² (700 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £768, comprising £476 for heating, £186 for hot water, and £106 for lighting. The property produces 1.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2024 for £115,000.
How Does 18 Thackeray Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this TAMWORTH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £768 are approximately £1032 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.7 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 B79 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs TAMWORTH
vs B79
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £80/year more than the TAMWORTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 13 Feb 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
18 Thackeray Drive
B79 8HZ
TAMWORTH
Property Type
Maisonette
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
65.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 77
CO₂ Emissions
1.7 tonnes/year
26 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
148 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
13 Feb 2024
marketed sale
About TAMWORTH
TAMWORTH is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in TAMWORTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £212 below the TAMWORTH average, offering good value. The B79 postcode district contains over 8700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the TAMWORTH area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£115,000
5 August 2024
Type: Flat
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£476/yr
Hot Water
£186/yr
Lighting
88.0% low energy
£106/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
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 88% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Lark Hall Infant & Nursery Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Flax Hill Junior Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Landau Forte Academy, QEMS
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Coton Green Primary School
PrimaryAshcroft Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Moorgate Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
The Rawlett School (An Aet Academy)
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 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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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.