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6, Elms Close

B38 8HY

BIRMINGHAM

Current

D

58

Potential

D

64

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B38 8HY. The property offers 64.6m² (695 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £594, comprising £405 for heating, £122 for hot water, and £67 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2017 for £110,000. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 6, Elms Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £594 are approximately £1206 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.1 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 B38 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property58
Average60
-3% below
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property58
Average60
-3% below
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vs B38

This property58
Average61
-5% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £148/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(58 points)

Potential Rating

D(64 points)

Based on assessment dated 2 Apr 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

6, Elms Close

B38 8HY

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

64.6

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

58 / 100

Potential: 64

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CO₂ Emissions

4.1 tonnes/year

63 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

424 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Apr 2009

rental (private)

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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). Heating costs are £337 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B38 postcode district contains over 7600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£110,000

31 May 2017

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£405.0/yr

Save £46/yr

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Hot Water

£122.0/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£67.0/yr

Save £34/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

West Heath Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayB38 8HU

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

St John Fisher Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB31 3PN

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

King Edward VI Northfield School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayB31 4BP
?Not yet rated

Fairway Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB38 8XQ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Turves Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB31 4BP

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Turves Green Boys' School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB31 4BS
?Not yet rated

Wychall Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB31 3EH

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Albert Bradbeer Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB31 4RD

Last inspected: Oct 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.

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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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