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Energy Performance Certificate

40, Farm Road

B11 1LS

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

71

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B11 1LS. The property offers 48.57m² (523 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £456, comprising £350 for heating, £75 for hot water, and £31 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 40, Farm Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £456 are approximately £1344 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 48.57m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². 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 B11 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs B11

This property71
Average53
+34% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £286/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(71 points)

Potential Rating

C(73 points)

Based on assessment dated 29 Feb 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

40, Farm Road

B11 1LS

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

48.57

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 73

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CO₂ Emissions

1.9 tonnes/year

39 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

205 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Feb 2012

rental (social)

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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 £392 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B11 postcode district contains over 11000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£350/yr

Save £28/yr

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Hot Water

£75/yr

Save £8/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£31/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (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

Christ Church CofE Controlled Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayB11 1LF

Last inspected: Nov 2017

Outstanding

Ladypool Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB11 1QT

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Conway Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB11 1NS

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Montgomery Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB11 1EH

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Nelson Mandela School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB12 8EH

Last inspected: Dec 2008

Outstanding

Holy Trinity Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayB10 0AX

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Clifton Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB12 8NX

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB12 0EJ

Last inspected: Jul 2019

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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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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