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2 Brookwood Avenue

B28 0DA

BIRMINGHAM

Current

B

85

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in BIRMINGHAM, B28 0DA. The property offers 44m² (474 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £700, comprising £552 for heating, £89 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 1.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 2 Brookwood Avenue Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £700 are approximately £1100 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 44m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.1 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 B28 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property85
Average60
+42% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property85
Average60
+42% better
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vs B28

This property85
Average55
+55% better

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

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £42/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(85 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

Based on assessment dated 10 Jun 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

2 Brookwood Avenue

B28 0DA

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Bungalow

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

44.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

85 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

1.1 tonnes/year

25 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

138 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Jun 2025

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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. The B28 postcode district contains over 8700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BIRMINGHAM 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

£552.0/yr

Save £73/yr

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Hot Water

£89.0/yr

Save £34/yr

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Lighting

83.0% low energy

£59.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB13 0EU

Last inspected: Sept 2014

Outstanding

Yardley Wood Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB14 4ER

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Chilcote Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB28 0PB

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB14 4HN
?Not yet rated

Billesley Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB13 0ES

Last inspected: May 2019

Outstanding

Hall Green Infant School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB28 0AR

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Highters Heath Community School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB14 4LY
?Not yet rated

Hall Green Junior School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB28 9AJ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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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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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