Energy Performance Certificate
31, Sir Alfreds Way
B76 1ES
SUTTON COLDFIELD
Current
D
61
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in SUTTON COLDFIELD, B76 1ES. The property offers 158m² (1701 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1542, comprising £1167 for heating, £210 for hot water, and £165 for lighting. The property produces 7.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does 31, Sir Alfreds Way Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this SUTTON COLDFIELD property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1542 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 158m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the B76 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SUTTON COLDFIELD
vs B76
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £630/year more than the SUTTON COLDFIELD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Oct 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
31, Sir Alfreds Way
B76 1ES
SUTTON COLDFIELD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
158.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
61 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
7.0 tonnes/year
44 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
252 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Oct 2016
ECO assessment
About SUTTON COLDFIELD
SUTTON COLDFIELD is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in SUTTON COLDFIELD have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). Heating costs are £255 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B76 postcode district contains over 6400 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1167/yr
Save £444/yr
Hot Water
£210/yr
Save £120/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£165/yr
Save £83/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Hollyfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Fairfax
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
John Willmott School
SecondaryManey Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Town Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Bishop Walsh Catholic School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Plantsbrook School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
75 incidents (41%)
Shoplifting
28 incidents (15%)
Anti-social behaviour
17 incidents (9%)
Vehicle crime
17 incidents (9%)
Public order
14 incidents (8%)
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.