Energy Performance Certificate
24, Washington Drive
B20 2LR
BIRMINGHAM
Current
D
60
Potential
B
88
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B20 2LR. The property offers 56m² (603 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (60/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). 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 £734, comprising £490 for heating, £170 for hot water, and £74 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2020 for £135,000.
How Does 24, Washington Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 60/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £734 are approximately £1066 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 56m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.1 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 B20 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B20
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 60/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £8/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 22 Dec 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
24, Washington Drive
B20 2LR
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
56.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
60 / 100
Potential: 88
CO₂ Emissions
3.1 tonnes/year
57 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
321 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
22 Dec 2014
assessment for green deal
About BIRMINGHAM
BIRMINGHAM is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in BIRMINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £252 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B20 postcode district contains over 10300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£135,000
13 August 2020
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£490/yr
Save £137/yr
Hot Water
£170/yr
Save £107/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£74/yr
Save £37/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Cherry Orchard Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2014
St Marys C of E Primary and Nursery, Academy, Handsworth
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth)
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Dorrington Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
St Clare's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Grestone Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
200 incidents (50%)
Theft
29 incidents (7%)
Shoplifting
29 incidents (7%)
Criminal damage
28 incidents (7%)
Vehicle crime
23 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.
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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.