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Energy Performance Certificate

5 Westeria Close

B36 9DT

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

74

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in BIRMINGHAM, B36 9DT. The property offers 49m² (527 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £432, comprising £298 for heating, £75 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 1.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2022 for £108,000.

How Does 5 Westeria Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £432 are approximately £1368 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 49m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.7 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 B36 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs B36

This property74
Average59
+25% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £310/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(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 21 Feb 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

5 Westeria Close

B36 9DT

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Maisonette

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

49.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

1.7 tonnes/year

35 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

199 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Feb 2022

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 £444 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B36 postcode district contains over 11100 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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Property Sale History

£108,000

26 July 2022

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£298.0/yr

Save £44/yr

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Hot Water

£75.0/yr

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Lighting

67.0% low energy

£59.0/yr

Save £15/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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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 67% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Mary and St Margaret's Church of England Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB36 9AX

Last inspected: May 2017

Good

Brownmead Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB34 6SS

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Castle Bromwich Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB36 0HD
?Not yet rated

Timberley Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB34 7RL

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Castle Bromwich Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB36 0BX
?Not yet rated

Heathlands Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB34 6NB

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Park Hall Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayB36 9HF

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB34 7HN
?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
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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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