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312, Cotterills Lane

B8 2PF

BIRMINGHAM

Current

D

67

Potential

D

67

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B8 2PF. The property offers 62.47m² (672 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £635, comprising £503 for heating, £95 for hot water, and £37 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2021 for £210,000.

How Does 312, Cotterills Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £635 are approximately £1165 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.1 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 B8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs B8

This property67
Average54
+24% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £107/year less 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(67 points)

Potential Rating

D(67 points)

Based on assessment dated 5 Aug 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

312, Cotterills Lane

B8 2PF

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

62.47

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 67

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

49 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

293 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 Aug 2010

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). Heating costs are £239 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B8 postcode district contains over 10500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BIRMINGHAM area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£210,000

16 July 2021

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£503.0/yr

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Hot Water

£95.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£37.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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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

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

St Cuthbert's RC Junior and Infant (NC) School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayB8 2PS

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Washwood Heath Academy

All-through
📍0.2 miles awayB8 2AS

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Thornton Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB8 2LQ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB33 8BL

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Colebourne Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB34 6BJ

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Saltley Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB9 5RX

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Sladefield Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB8 2TJ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Stechford Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB33 8SJ

Last inspected: Jul 2018

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime546 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

242 incidents (44%)

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Vehicle crime

54 incidents (10%)

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Criminal damage

49 incidents (9%)

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Shoplifting

45 incidents (8%)

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Public order

38 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.

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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