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Energy Performance Certificate

35, Scribers Lane

B28 0NY

BIRMINGHAM

Current

A

92

Potential

A

102

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B28 0NY. The property offers 130m² (1399 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of A (92/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £2435, comprising £1524 for heating, £557 for hot water, and £354 for lighting. The property produces 0.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 35 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 92/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Energy costs of £2435 annually are £635 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. The 130m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.9 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 B28 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property92
Average60
+53% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property92
Average60
+53% better
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vs B28

This property92
Average55
+67% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 92/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £1693/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(92 points)

Potential Rating

A(102 points)

Based on assessment dated 13 Dec 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

35

Scribers Lane

B28 0NY

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

130.0

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

92 / 100

Potential: 102

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CO₂ Emissions

0.9 tonnes/year

7 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

40 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Dec 2023

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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £782 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B28 postcode district contains over 8700 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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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£1524.0/yr

Save £466/yr

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Hot Water

£557.0/yr

Save £177/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£354.0/yr

Save £177/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with external insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Loft Insulation

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Air Source Heat Pump

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Chilcote Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayB28 0PB

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

Haslucks Green School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB90 2EJ

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB28 9JJ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Robin Hood Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB28 9PP

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Yardley Wood Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB14 4ER

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB13 0EU

Last inspected: Sept 2014

Outstanding

Burman Infant School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB90 2JW

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Tudor Grange Primary Academy, St James

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB90 2BT

Last inspected: Nov 2017

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime267 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

83 incidents (31%)

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Shoplifting

53 incidents (20%)

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Vehicle crime

39 incidents (15%)

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Criminal damage

23 incidents (9%)

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Anti-social behaviour

12 incidents (4%)

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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