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Energy Performance Certificate

22, Batsford Close

B98 7TF

REDDITCH

Current

C

71

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in REDDITCH, B98 7TF. The property offers 143m² (1539 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1288, comprising £896 for heating, £276 for hot water, and £116 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 22, Batsford Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this REDDITCH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1288 are approximately £512 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 143m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.8 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 B98 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs REDDITCH

This property71
Average63
+13% better
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vs B98

This property71
Average61
+16% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £618/year more than the REDDITCH 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(71 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 20 Jun 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

22, Batsford Close

B98 7TF

REDDITCH

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

143.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

3.8 tonnes/year

26 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

158 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Jun 2012

marketed sale

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About REDDITCH

REDDITCH is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in REDDITCH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £226 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B98 postcode district contains over 14400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£896.0/yr

Save £49/yr

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Hot Water

£276.0/yr

Save £145/yr

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Lighting

15.0% low energy

£116.0/yr

Save £53/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ 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 15% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Tudor Grange Academy Redditch

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayB98 7UH

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Woodrow First School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB98 7UZ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

St Thomas More Catholic First School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB98 7RY
?Not yet rated

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB80 7QU
?Not yet rated

Studley Infants' School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB80 7HJ
?Not yet rated

Studley High School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayB80 7QX

Last inspected: Nov 2011

Outstanding

Studley St Mary's CofE Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayB80 7ND

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Crabbs Cross Academy

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayB97 5JH

Last inspected: May 2019

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

Moderate96 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

41 incidents (43%)

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Shoplifting

13 incidents (14%)

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Criminal damage

12 incidents (13%)

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Theft

9 incidents (9%)

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Public order

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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