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Energy Performance Certificate

3, Chalk Gardens

B98 8BB

REDDITCH

Current

B

86

Potential

A

99

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in REDDITCH, B98 8BB. The property offers 84m² (904 sq ft) of good-sized living space. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (86/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (99/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £738, comprising £267 for heating, £346 for hot water, and £125 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 3 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 86/100, this REDDITCH property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £738 are approximately £1062 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.2 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 property86
Average60
+43% better
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vs REDDITCH

This property86
Average63
+37% better
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vs B98

This property86
Average61
+41% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 86/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £68/year more than the REDDITCH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(86 points)

Potential Rating

A(99 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Feb 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

3

Chalk Gardens

B98 8BB

REDDITCH

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

2021

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Floor Area

84.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

86 / 100

Potential: 99

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CO₂ Emissions

1.2 tonnes/year

15 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

87 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Feb 2024

new dwelling

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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 £403 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

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£267.0/yr

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Hot Water

£346.0/yr

Save £145/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£125.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Current Costs
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Moons Moat First School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB98 9HR

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Abbeywood First School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB98 9LR

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Arrow Valley First School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB98 0LH
?Not yet rated

St Stephen's CofE First School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB98 8HW
?Not yet rated

St George's CofE First School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB98 8LU
?Not yet rated

Beoley First School

Primary
📍1 miles awayB98 9AN

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre

Secondary
📍1 miles awayB98 8HB

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Tenacres First School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayB98 0PB

Last inspected: Dec 2021

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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