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Energy Performance Certificate

5 Swan Close

B8 2XN

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

78

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B8 2XN. The property offers 136m² (1464 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £988, comprising £727 for heating, £130 for hot water, and £131 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 5 Swan Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £988 are approximately £812 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 136m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the B8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs B8

This property78
Average54
+44% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £246/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Feb 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

5 Swan Close

B8 2XN

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

136.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 86

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

126 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Feb 2025

rental

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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. The B8 postcode district contains over 10500 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

£727.0/yr

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Hot Water

£130.0/yr

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Lighting

95.0% low energy

£131.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (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 95% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Leigh Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB8 2YH

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Highfield Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB8 3QF

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Rockwood Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayB8 3HG

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Nansen Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB8 3HG

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Sladefield Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB8 2TJ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Ward End Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB8 2RA

Last inspected: Nov 2012

Outstanding

Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Birmingham East

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB8 3DT

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Outstanding

Shaw Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB8 3AN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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.

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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