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27, Dolben Lane

B98 0LE

REDDITCH

Current

B

81

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in REDDITCH, B98 0LE. The property offers 49m² (527 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 B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £298, comprising £196 for heating, £68 for hot water, and £34 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 27, Dolben Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this REDDITCH property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £298 are approximately £1502 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 49m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.0 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 B98 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property81
Average60
+35% better
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vs REDDITCH

This property81
Average63
+29% better
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vs B98

This property81
Average61
+33% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £372/year less than the REDDITCH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(81 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

Based on assessment dated 15 Jun 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

27, Dolben Lane

B98 0LE

REDDITCH

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

49.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

81 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

1.0 tonnes/year

20 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

107 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

15 Jun 2012

none of the above

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About REDDITCH

REDDITCH is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in REDDITCH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £474 below the REDDITCH average, offering good value. The B98 postcode district contains over 14400 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

£196.0/yr

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Hot Water

£68.0/yr

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Lighting

83.0% low energy

£34.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with external insulation

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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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 83% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Arrow Valley First School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayB98 0LH
?Not yet rated

Tenacres First School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB98 0PB

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Arrow Vale High School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB98 0GF

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Outstanding

Moons Moat First School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB98 9HR

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Matchborough First School Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB98 0GD

Last inspected: Oct 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Abbeywood First School

Primary
📍1 miles awayB98 9LR

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Mappleborough Green CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayB80 7DR

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

St George's CofE First School and Nursery

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayB98 8LU
?Not yet rated

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

Moderate99 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

45 incidents (45%)

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Criminal damage

10 incidents (10%)

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Theft

9 incidents (9%)

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Vehicle crime

9 incidents (9%)

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Shoplifting

8 incidents (8%)

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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