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188 UPPER MARSHALL STREET

B1 1LP

BIRMINGHAM

Current

B

83

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B1 1LP. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £431, comprising £165 for heating, £190 for hot water, and £76 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 188 UPPER MARSHALL STREET Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £431 are approximately £1369 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.5 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 B1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property83
Average60
+38% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property83
Average60
+38% better
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vs B1

This property83
Average70
+19% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £311/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Current
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

B(83 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

Based on assessment dated 29 Jun 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

188 UPPER MARSHALL STREET

B1 1LP

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Enclosed Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

64.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

83 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

1.5 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

138 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Jun 2021

rental

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About BIRMINGHAM

BIRMINGHAM is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in BIRMINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £577 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B1 postcode district contains over 10100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£165/yr

Save £30/yr

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Hot Water

£190/yr

Save £83/yr

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Lighting

86.0% low energy

£76/yr

Save £7/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 86% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

City Academy

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayB15 2EF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Thomas CofE Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB15 2AT
?Not yet rated

St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB15 2AY

Last inspected: Jun 2010

Outstanding

Oasis Academy Woodview

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB15 2HU

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Nelson Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB1 2PJ

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

St John's & St Peter's CofE Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB16 8RN

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Chandos Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB12 0YN

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Jewellery Quarter Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayB1 3AA

Last inspected: May 2022

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 Crime1619 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

615 incidents (38%)

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Shoplifting

236 incidents (15%)

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Theft

148 incidents (9%)

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Public order

127 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

102 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.

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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