Energy Performance Certificate
23a, Hamlet Road
B98 9BG
BIRMINGHAM
Current
C
74
Potential
C
77
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B98 9BG. The property offers 124.08m² (1336 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. 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. 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 £827, comprising £536 for heating, £139 for hot water, and £152 for lighting. The property produces 4.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 23a 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 £827 are approximately £973 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 124.08m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 4.2 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B98
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: £85/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 14 Sept 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
23a
Hamlet Road
B98 9BG
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
124.08 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 77
CO₂ Emissions
4.2 tonnes/year
27 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
160 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
14 Sept 2009
marketed sale
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 £206 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B98 postcode district contains over 14400 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£536.0/yr
Hot Water
£139.0/yr
Lighting
20.0% low energy
£152.0/yr
Save £68/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 20% of fixed outlets
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Average download speed: 69 Mbps
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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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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.
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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.