Energy Performance Certificate
27, Lickey Coppice, Cofton Hackett
B45 8PG
BIRMINGHAM
Current
F
24
Potential
B
87
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£2,037
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£615
potential per year
This property costs approximately £237 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,422 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached bungalow is located in BIRMINGHAM, B45 8PG. The property offers 76m² (818 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (24/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). 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 £2037, comprising £1516 for heating, £426 for hot water, and £95 for lighting. The property produces 6.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2022 for £260,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 6 Apr 2016
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
14.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 14% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
27, Lickey Coppice
Cofton Hackett
B45 8PG
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
Bungalow
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
76.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
6.9 tonnes/year
91 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
539 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in BIRMINGHAM
BIRMINGHAM properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (B45) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£1516 /yr
Save £1052/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£426 /yr
Save £332/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
14.0% low energy
£95 /yr
Save £38/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to B could add significant value.
£260,000
T
Nov 2022
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Rednal Hill Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Rednal Hill Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Lickey Hills Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
St James Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St Columba's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Colmers School and Sixth Form College
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Beaconside Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Colmers Farm Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
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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