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1a, Cherry Tree Walk

B79 8QJ

TAMWORTH

Current

D

68

Potential

C

71

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in TAMWORTH, B79 8QJ. The property offers 67m² (721 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (71/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £662, comprising £466 for heating, £94 for hot water, and £102 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 1a, Cherry Tree Walk Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this TAMWORTH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £662 are approximately £1138 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 B79 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs TAMWORTH

This property68
Average62
+10% better
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vs B79

This property68
Average61
+11% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £26/year less than the TAMWORTH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

C(71 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 19 Sept 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

1a, Cherry Tree Walk

B79 8QJ

TAMWORTH

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

67.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 71

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

42 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

240 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

19 Sept 2018

rental (social)

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About TAMWORTH

TAMWORTH is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in TAMWORTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £222 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.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£466/yr

Save £38/yr

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Hot Water

£94/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£102/yr

Save £50/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Lark Hall Infant & Nursery Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB79 8EF

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB79 8EN

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

The Rawlett School (An Aet Academy)

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayB79 9AA

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Flax Hill Junior Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB79 8QZ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Coton Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB79 8LX
?Not yet rated

Ashcroft Infants' School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB79 8RU

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Landau Forte Academy, QEMS

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB79 8AH

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

St Leonard's CofE (A) Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB79 9DX

Last inspected: Jul 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

Above Average101 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

43 incidents (43%)

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Public order

14 incidents (14%)

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Anti-social behaviour

13 incidents (13%)

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Criminal damage

7 incidents (7%)

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Vehicle crime

7 incidents (7%)

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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