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Energy Performance Certificate

24 Varden Croft

B5 7LR

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

72

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B5 7LR. The property offers 106m² (1141 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1234, comprising £863 for heating, £299 for hot water, and £72 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2020 for £232,500.

How Does 24 Varden Croft Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1234 are approximately £566 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 106m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.8 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 B5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs B5

This property72
Average71
+1% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £492/year more 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(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 15 Aug 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

24 Varden Croft

B5 7LR

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

106.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

27 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

151 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

15 Aug 2025

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. The B5 postcode district contains over 10600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£232,500

26 June 2020

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£863.0/yr

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Hot Water

£299.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£72.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor
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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

Good lighting efficiency

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Percy Shurmer Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB12 9ED

Last inspected: May 2023

Outstanding

Oasis Academy Woodview

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB15 2HU

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Chandos Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB12 0YN

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Ark St Alban's Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB12 0YH

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Heath Mount Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB12 9SR
?Not yet rated

St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB15 2AY

Last inspected: Jun 2010

Outstanding

St Thomas CofE Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB15 2AT
?Not yet rated

City Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayB15 2EF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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 Crime861 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

338 incidents (39%)

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Theft

91 incidents (11%)

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Shoplifting

65 incidents (8%)

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Vehicle crime

64 incidents (7%)

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Criminal damage

56 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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