Energy Performance Certificate
20 Austy Close
B36 8PZ
BIRMINGHAM
Current
C
70
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B36 8PZ. The property offers 57m² (614 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £573, comprising £420 for heating, £83 for hot water, and £70 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2023 for £150,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 20 Austy Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £573 are approximately £1227 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 57m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.1 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 B36 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B36
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £169/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 14 Oct 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
20 Austy Close
B36 8PZ
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
57.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
2.1 tonnes/year
37 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
210 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
14 Oct 2022
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 £322 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B36 postcode district contains over 11100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£150,000
27 July 2023
Type: Terraced
vs previous sale
£75,000
24 April 2017
Type: Terraced
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 100.0% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£420/yr
Hot Water
£83/yr
Save £23/yr
Lighting
78.0% low energy
£70/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 78% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Firs Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Tame Valley Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Hodge Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Wilfrid's Catholic Junior and Infant School
PrimaryHodge Hill Girls' School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Hodge Hill College
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Heathlands Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Colebourne Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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.