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53 Maytree Close

B37 5EA

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

72

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B37 5EA. The property offers 62mยฒ (667 sq ft) of modest-sized 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 (72/100), 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. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 ยฃ940, comprising ยฃ670 for heating, ยฃ136 for hot water, and ยฃ134 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2022 for ยฃ110,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 53 Maytree Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of ยฃ940 are approximately ยฃ860 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 B37 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs B37

This property72
Average63
+14% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ198/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 Sept 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

53 Maytree Close

B37 5EA

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

62.0 mยฒ

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

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Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 76

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

36 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

204 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

24 Sept 2024

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 B37 postcode district contains over 12600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

ยฃ110,000

7 September 2022

Type: Flat

โ†—+ยฃ22,000(+25.0%)

vs previous sale

ยฃ88,000

8 August 2018

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 25.0% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

ยฃ670.0/yr

Save ยฃ129/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ136.0/yr

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Lighting

38.0% low energy

ยฃ134.0/yr

Save ยฃ51/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good
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Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 38% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.1 miles awayโ€ขB37 5DP
?Not yet rated

Fordbridge Community Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขB37 5BU
?Not yet rated

John Henry Newman Catholic College

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขB37 5GA

Last inspected: Nov 2021

โœ“Good

WMG Academy for Young Engineers (Solihull)

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขB37 5FD

Last inspected: Feb 2019

โœ“Good

Grace Academy Solihull

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขB37 5JS

Last inspected: May 2022

โœ“Good

Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขB37 6NU

Last inspected: Jan 2023

?Special Measures

Coleshill Heath School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขB37 7PY

Last inspected: Jul 2021

โœ“Good

The Shirestone Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขB33 0DH

Last inspected: May 2014

โญ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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

โšก 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 Crime429 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

159 incidents (37%)

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Criminal damage

61 incidents (14%)

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Shoplifting

49 incidents (11%)

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Vehicle crime

45 incidents (10%)

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Public order

25 incidents (6%)

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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