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21 Sedgeberrow Covert

B38 9TQ

BIRMINGHAM

Current

D

68

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached maisonette is located in BIRMINGHAM, B38 9TQ. The property offers 50m² (538 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 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 (75/100). 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. 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 £1228, comprising £834 for heating, £221 for hot water, and £173 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 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 21 Sedgeberrow Covert Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1228 are approximately £572 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 50m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 B38 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 BIRMINGHAM

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs B38

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: £486/year more than the BIRMINGHAM 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(75 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 31 May 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

21 Sedgeberrow Covert

B38 9TQ

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Maisonette

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

50.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

46 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

260 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

31 May 2023

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). The B38 postcode district contains over 7600 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

£834/yr

Save £202/yr

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Hot Water

£221/yr

Save £25/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£173/yr

Save £87/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, with external insulation

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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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

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Hawkesley Church Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB38 9TR

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Ark Kings Academy

All-through
📍0.3 miles awayB38 9DE

Last inspected: Feb 2022

?Special Measures

Fairway Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB38 8XQ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

St Paul's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB38 9JB

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

West Heath Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB38 8HU

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

St John Fisher Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB31 3PN

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Kings Norton Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB30 3EU
?Not yet rated

Wychall Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB31 3EH

Last inspected: Feb 2020

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 Crime243 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

111 incidents (46%)

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Criminal damage

28 incidents (12%)

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Public order

17 incidents (7%)

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Vehicle crime

17 incidents (7%)

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Shoplifting

12 incidents (5%)

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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