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Energy Performance Certificate

21a Over Pool Road, Ward End

B8 2BY

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

74

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B8 2BY. The property offers 44m² (474 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £456, comprising £325 for heating, £84 for hot water, and £47 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 21a Over Pool Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £456 are approximately £1344 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 1.6 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 B8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs B8

This property74
Average54
+37% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £286/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Jan 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

21a Over Pool Road

Ward End

B8 2BY

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

44.0

1.0 total rooms

1.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

204 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Jan 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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £417 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B8 postcode district contains over 10500 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

£325/yr

Save £42/yr

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Hot Water

£84/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£47/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, 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

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Ward End Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB8 2RA

Last inspected: Nov 2012

Outstanding

Sladefield Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB8 2TJ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Thornton Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB8 2LQ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Nansen Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB8 3HG

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Rockwood Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB8 3HG

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Leigh Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB8 2YH

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Hodge Hill College

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB36 8HB

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Washwood Heath Academy

All-through
📍0.7 miles awayB8 2AS

Last inspected: Mar 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 Crime461 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

208 incidents (45%)

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Vehicle crime

44 incidents (10%)

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Criminal damage

40 incidents (9%)

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Public order

32 incidents (7%)

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Shoplifting

28 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. 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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