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Energy Performance Certificate

34, Britten House

B16 8AD

Birmingham

Current

B

82

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in Birmingham, B16 8AD. The property offers 68m² (732 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £902, comprising £259 for heating, £509 for hot water, and £134 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 34 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this Birmingham property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £902 are approximately £898 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.9 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 property82
Average60
+37% better
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vs Birmingham

This property82
Average75
+9% better
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vs B16

This property82
Average62
+32% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £511/year more than the Birmingham average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(82 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

Based on assessment dated 16 Nov 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

34

Britten House

Symphony Court

B16 8AD

Birmingham

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

68.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

82 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

1.9 tonnes/year

28 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

163 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

16 Nov 2023

rental

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About Birmingham

Birmingham is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in Birmingham have an average EPC rating of C (score 75/100). 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

Room heaters, electric

£259/yr

Save £115/yr

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Hot Water

£509/yr

Save £243/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£134/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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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

Nelson Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB1 2PJ

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

St John's & St Peter's CofE Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB16 8RN

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Jewellery Quarter Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB1 3AA

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

City Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayB15 2EF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

The Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB16 9ER

Last inspected: Dec 2022

?Special Measures

St George's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB16 8HY

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St Thomas CofE Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB15 2AT
?Not yet rated

St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB15 2AY

Last inspected: Jun 2010

Outstanding

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.

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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.

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