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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

38 Queens Road, Aston

B6 7NB

BIRMINGHAM

Current

F

32

Potential

C

77

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£3,017

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£819

potential per year

This property costs approximately £1,217 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,198 annually.

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

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£7,500

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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 £2,198 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced maisonette is located in BIRMINGHAM, B6 7NB. The property offers 93m² (1001 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (32/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). 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 £3017, comprising £1624 for heating, £1290 for hot water, and £103 for lighting. The property produces 6.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

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(32 points)

Achievable Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 23 Oct 2024

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, filled cavity

Average

🏗️ Roof

(another dwelling above)

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

No system present: electric heaters assumed

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

38 Queens Road

Aston

B6 7NB

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Maisonette

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

93.0

4.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

6.2 tonnes/year

67 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

398 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 (B6) 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

No system present: electric heaters assumed

£1624 /yr

Save £1062/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£1290 /yr

Save £1136/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy

£103 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Manor Park Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayB6 5UQ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

St Clement's Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB7 5NS

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

King Edward VI Aston School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayB6 6DJ

Last inspected: May 2022

Outstanding

Yew Tree Community Junior and Infant School (NC)

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB6 6RX

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

E-ACT Nechells Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB7 5LB

Last inspected: May 2021

Good

Aston Tower Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB6 5BE

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Deykin Avenue Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB6 7BU

Last inspected: Mar 2023

?Special Measures

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB7 5HA
?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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Area Safety

Higher Crime389 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

197 incidents (51%)

🚗

Vehicle crime

40 incidents (10%)

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Criminal damage

31 incidents (8%)

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Public order

26 incidents (7%)

👜

Theft

21 incidents (5%)

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.

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

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