Energy Performance Certificate
18 Tyber Drive
B20 2BA
BIRMINGHAM
Current
D
64
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B20 2BA. 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 (64/100), 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1421, comprising £1028 for heating, £163 for hot water, and £230 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2017 for £135,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 18 Tyber Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1421 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 89m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.5 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 B20 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B20
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 64/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £679/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 2 Aug 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
18 Tyber Drive
B20 2BA
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
89.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
64 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
3.5 tonnes/year
39 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
218 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
2 Aug 2025
marketed sale
About BIRMINGHAM
BIRMINGHAM is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in BIRMINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £286 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B20 postcode district contains over 10300 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
£135,000
13 October 2017
Type: Terraced
vs previous sale
£117,000
27 May 2016
Type: Terraced
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 15.4% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1028.0/yr
Save £356/yr
Hot Water
£163.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£230.0/yr
Save £160/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 50 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
Below average lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Cherry Orchard Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth)
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
St Marys C of E Primary and Nursery, Academy, Handsworth
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
St Clare's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2014
Westminster Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Dorrington Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
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.