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Energy Performance Certificate

3, Chances Street

B16 0QB

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

78

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B16 0QB. The property offers 104m² (1119 sq ft) of good-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). 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 £538, comprising £366 for heating, £103 for hot water, and £69 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 3, Chances Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £538 are approximately £1262 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 104m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 B16 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs B16

This property78
Average62
+26% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £204/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Sept 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

3, Chances Street

B16 0QB

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

104.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

16 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

89 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Sept 2014

new dwelling

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £376 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B16 postcode district contains over 13300 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

£366/yr

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Hot Water

£103/yr

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Lighting

NaN% low energy

£69/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.35 W/m-¦K

Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m-¦K

Good
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

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 25% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Shireland Hall Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB66 4PW

Last inspected: May 2022

Outstanding

George Dixon Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB17 8LE

Last inspected: Sept 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Cape Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB66 4SH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

George Dixon Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB16 9GD

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Shireland Technology Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB66 4ND
?Not yet rated

Shireland Collegiate Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB66 4ND

Last inspected: Mar 2013

Outstanding

City Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB16 0HL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Matthew's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB66 3LX

Last inspected: Nov 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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