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25 May Tree Grove

B20 1AB

BIRMINGHAM

Current

D

66

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in BIRMINGHAM, B20 1AB. The property offers 51m² (549 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £576, comprising £453 for heating, £75 for hot water, and £48 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 25 May Tree Grove Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £576 are approximately £1224 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 51m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs B20

This property66
Average56
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £166/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(66 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Nov 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

25 May Tree Grove

B20 1AB

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Bungalow

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

51.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

2.5 tonnes/year

49 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

279 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Nov 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). Heating costs are £289 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

£453/yr

Save £47/yr

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Hot Water

£75/yr

Save £22/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£48/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, limited insulation (assumed)

Poor
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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Grestone Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB20 1ND

Last inspected: Feb 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB20 2HL

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB20 2NY

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Cherry Orchard Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB20 2LB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB21 8ED

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Rookery School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB21 9PY

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

William Murdoch Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB21 9NT

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

St John Wall Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayB21 8HH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

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

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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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Area Safety

Higher Crime308 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

162 incidents (53%)

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Vehicle crime

26 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

21 incidents (7%)

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Burglary

18 incidents (6%)

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Theft

17 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.

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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