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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

19, Farm Road

B11 1LT

BIRMINGHAM

Current

F

37

Potential

E

49

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£827

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£682

potential per year

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

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£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a E rating — saving up to £145 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
£827/yr
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External Wall Insulation

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B11 1LT. The property offers 36.97m² (398 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (37/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (49/100). The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £827, comprising £413 for heating, £384 for hot water, and £30 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(37 points)

Achievable Rating

E(49 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 8 Jun 2010

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

(another dwelling above)

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Good

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, mains gas

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

40.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 40% of fixed outlets

Average

Property Information

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Full Address

19, Farm Road

B11 1LT

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

36.97

2.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

3.3 tonnes/year

89 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

564 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in BIRMINGHAM

BIRMINGHAM properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (B11) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, mains gas

£413 /yr

🚿 Hot Water

£384 /yr

Save £172/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

40.0% low energy

£30 /yr

Save £11/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Christ Church CofE Controlled Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayB11 1LF

Last inspected: Nov 2017

Outstanding

Ladypool Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayB11 1QT

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Conway Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB11 1NS

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Montgomery Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB11 1EH

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Nelson Mandela School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB12 8EH

Last inspected: Dec 2008

Outstanding

Holy Trinity Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayB10 0AX

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Clifton Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB12 8NX

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB12 0EJ

Last inspected: Jul 2019

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
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

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 Crime713 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

304 incidents (43%)

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Vehicle crime

66 incidents (9%)

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Criminal damage

59 incidents (8%)

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Theft

59 incidents (8%)

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Public order

44 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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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