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Energy Performance Certificate

281, Franklin Road

B30 2EH

BIRMINGHAM

Current

D

59

Potential

D

59

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B30 2EH. The property offers 129.455m² (1393 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £941, comprising £780 for heating, £98 for hot water, and £63 for lighting. The property produces 6.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does 281, Franklin 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 £941 are approximately £859 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 129.455m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the B30 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs B30

This property59
Average57
+4% better

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: £199/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

D(59 points)

Based on assessment dated 23 Nov 2008

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Property Information

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Full Address

281, Franklin Road

B30 2EH

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

129.455

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 59

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CO₂ Emissions

6.3 tonnes/year

48 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

289 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Nov 2008

marketed sale

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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). The B30 postcode district contains over 10200 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

£780/yr

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Hot Water

£98/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£63/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Kings Norton Girls' School

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayB30 1HW

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Outstanding

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB30 1HN

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Cotteridge Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB30 2HT

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Stirchley Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB30 2JL

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

St Francis Church of England Aided Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB30 1LZ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Bournville Village Primary

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB30 1JY

Last inspected: Jun 2013

Outstanding

Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayB30 1UL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Allens Croft Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB14 6RP

Last inspected: Jan 2019

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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