Energy Performance Certificate
279a, Portland Road
B17 8LU
BIRMINGHAM
Current
B
85
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B17 8LU. The property offers 167m² (1798 sq ft) of spacious living space. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), 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 £535, comprising £385 for heating, £81 for hot water, and £69 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2016 for £260,000.
How Does 279a, Portland Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £535 are approximately £1265 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 167m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (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 B17 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B17
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £207/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 18 Sept 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
279a, Portland Road
B17 8LU
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
167.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Efficiency Score
85 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
14 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
71 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
18 Sept 2012
new dwelling
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. Heating costs are £357 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B17 postcode district contains over 10000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£260,000
2 November 2016
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£385/yr
Hot Water
£81/yr
Lighting
18.0% low energy
£69/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m?K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m?K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m?K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Shireland Hall Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
George Dixon Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Shireland Technology Primary School
PrimaryShireland Collegiate Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2013
George Dixon Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Cape Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
City Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Bearwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 490 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
296 incidents (47%)
Vehicle crime
62 incidents (10%)
Theft
46 incidents (7%)
Public order
43 incidents (7%)
Shoplifting
43 incidents (7%)
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.
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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.