Energy Performance Certificate
26, Kirkwall Road
B32 3LR
BIRMINGHAM
Current
D
59
Potential
D
63
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B32 3LR. The property offers 47.16m² (508 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £633, comprising £304 for heating, £290 for hot water, and £39 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 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 26, Kirkwall Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £633 are approximately £1167 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 47.16m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 B32 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B32
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £109/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 9 Aug 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
26, Kirkwall Road
B32 3LR
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
Flat
NO DATA!
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
47.16 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
59 / 100
Potential: 63
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
50 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
313 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
9 Aug 2010
rental (social)
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 £438 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B32 postcode district contains over 12500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Warm air, mains gas
£304.0/yr
Hot Water
£290.0/yr
Save £52/yr
Lighting
45.0% low energy
£39.0/yr
Save £14/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Warm air, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 45% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bartley Green School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
King Edward VI Five Ways School
SecondarySt Michael's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Nonsuch Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Woodcock Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Woodgate Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
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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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.