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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

33, Marcos Drive

B36 9ND

BIRMINGHAM

Current

F

27

Potential

C

75

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,307

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,032

potential per year

This property costs approximately £507 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,275 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a C rating — saving up to £1,275 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Journey to A
FA
32,500
Property Value Boost
Investment
£17,500
Payback
~6 yrs
Current Costs
£2,307/yr
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

Save £200/yrPayback: ~5 years+3 EPC points
£1,000
Cost
2
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
3
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £1275/yrPayback: ~3 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B36 9ND. The property offers 101m² (1087 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (27/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (75/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 £2307, comprising £1737 for heating, £493 for hot water, and £77 for lighting. The property produces 12.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2018 for £115,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(27 points)

Achievable Rating

C(75 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 28 Nov 2017

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 25 mm loft insulation

Poor

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

92.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 92% of fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

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Full Address

33, Marcos Drive

B36 9ND

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

101.0

5.0 total rooms

🌍

CO₂ Emissions

12.0 tonnes/year

122 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

721 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in BIRMINGHAM

BIRMINGHAM properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (B36) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

£1737 /yr

Save £887/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£493 /yr

Save £388/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

92.0% low energy

£77 /yr

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.

£115,000

T

Oct 2018

£100,000

T

Mar 2018

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Castle Bromwich Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB36 0BX
?Not yet rated

Park Hall Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB36 9HF

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Smith's Wood Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB36 0SZ

Last inspected: May 2023

Outstanding

Castle Bromwich Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB36 0HD
?Not yet rated

Water Orton Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB46 1SG

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB36 0QE
?Not yet rated

Smith's Wood Academy

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayB36 0UE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

?Special Measures

Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB34 7HN
?Not yet rated

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
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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