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27 Corncrake Drive

B36 0QU

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

78

Potential

B

90

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B36 0QU. The property offers 83m² (893 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (90/100). 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. 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 £1078, comprising £699 for heating, £157 for hot water, and £222 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 27 Corncrake Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1078 are approximately £722 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.9 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the B36 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs B36

This property78
Average59
+32% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £336/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

B(90 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 15 Jun 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

27 Corncrake Drive

B36 0QU

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

83.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 90

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CO₂ Emissions

1.9 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

131 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

15 Jun 2023

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 B36 postcode district contains over 11100 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£699.0/yr

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Hot Water

£157.0/yr

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Lighting

43.0% low energy

£222.0/yr

Save £81/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (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 43% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Smith's Wood Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB36 0SZ

Last inspected: May 2023

Outstanding

St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB36 0QE
?Not yet rated

Smith's Wood Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB36 0UE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

?Special Measures

Kingshurst Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB37 6BN

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Water Orton Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB46 1SG

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Castle Bromwich Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB36 0BX
?Not yet rated

Castle Bromwich Junior School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB36 0HD
?Not yet rated

St Anthony's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB37 6LW

Last inspected: Jun 2022

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

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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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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