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Energy Performance Certificate

6 Chances Street

B16 0QB

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

78

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B16 0QB. The property offers 108m² (1163 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. 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 (82/100). 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £816, comprising £568 for heating, £183 for hot water, and £65 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 6 Chances Street 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 £816 are approximately £984 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 108m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 B16 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 B16

This property78
Average62
+26% 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: £74/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(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Jun 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

6 Chances Street

B16 0QB

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012-2021

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Floor Area

108.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

120 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Jun 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 B16 postcode district contains over 13300 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£568.0/yr

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Hot Water

£183.0/yr

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Lighting

95.0% low energy

£65.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, 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

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Shireland Hall Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB66 4PW

Last inspected: May 2022

Outstanding

George Dixon Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB17 8LE

Last inspected: Sept 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Cape Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB66 4SH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

George Dixon Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB16 9GD

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Shireland Technology Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB66 4ND
?Not yet rated

Shireland Collegiate Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB66 4ND

Last inspected: Mar 2013

Outstanding

City Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB16 0HL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Matthew's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB66 3LX

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime658 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

309 incidents (47%)

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Vehicle crime

60 incidents (9%)

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Theft

46 incidents (7%)

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Public order

45 incidents (7%)

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Shoplifting

43 incidents (7%)

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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