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Energy Performance Certificate

34, Silver Birch Road, Erdington

B24 0AS

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

70

Potential

C

70

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B24 0AS. The property offers 31m² (334 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £402, comprising £261 for heating, £120 for hot water, and £21 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2021 for £420,000.

How Does 34, Silver Birch Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £402 are approximately £1398 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 31m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.5 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 B24 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs B24

This property70
Average56
+25% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £340/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

C(70 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Oct 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

34, Silver Birch Road

Erdington

B24 0AS

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

31.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 70

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CO₂ Emissions

1.5 tonnes/year

49 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

279 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Oct 2013

rental (private)

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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 £481 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B24 postcode district contains over 9900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£420,000

6 October 2021

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£261/yr

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Hot Water

£120/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£21/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(other premises 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

St Edmund Campion Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayB23 5XA
?Not yet rated

Yenton Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB24 0ED
?Not yet rated

Abbey Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB23 6QL
?Not yet rated

Wylde Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB73 5JL

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Osborne Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB23 6TY
?Not yet rated

Penns Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB72 1BS

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Saint Barnabas Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB24 9BY

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Paget Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB24 0JP

Last inspected: Oct 2023

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 Crime436 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

151 incidents (35%)

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Shoplifting

85 incidents (19%)

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Criminal damage

31 incidents (7%)

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Drugs

31 incidents (7%)

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Public order

28 incidents (6%)

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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