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Energy Performance Certificate

22 Pike Close, Handsworth

B20 2FE

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

73

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B20 2FE. The property offers 33m² (355 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £354, comprising £254 for heating, £62 for hot water, and £38 for lighting. The property produces 1.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 22 Pike Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £354 are approximately £1446 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 33m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.3 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 B20 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs B20

This property73
Average56
+30% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £388/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(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 4 Aug 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

22 Pike Close

Handsworth

B20 2FE

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

33.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

1.3 tonnes/year

40 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

225 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Aug 2022

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 £488 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B20 postcode district contains over 10300 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

£254/yr

Save £32/yr

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Hot Water

£62/yr

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Lighting

83.0% low energy

£38/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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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

King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayB20 2HL

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

William Murdoch Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB21 9NT

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Grove School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB21 9HB

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Rookery School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB21 9PY

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB21 9ET

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Outstanding

St Marys C of E Primary and Nursery, Academy, Handsworth

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB20 2RW

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB20 2NY

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Welford Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB20 2BL

Last inspected: Jul 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

Higher Crime687 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

342 incidents (50%)

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Vehicle crime

58 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

45 incidents (7%)

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Theft

40 incidents (6%)

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Burglary

33 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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