Energy Performance Certificate
6, Low Thatch
B38 9TY
BIRMINGHAM
Current
A
92
Potential
A
100
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B38 9TY. The property offers 44m² (474 sq ft) of compact living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of A (92/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £570, comprising £357 for heating, £182 for hot water, and £31 for lighting. The property produces 0.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2016 for £120,000.
How Does 6, Low Thatch Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 92/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £570 are approximately £1230 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 44m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.8 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 B38 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B38
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 92/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £172/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 2 Feb 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
6, Low Thatch
B38 9TY
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
44.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
92 / 100
Potential: 100
CO₂ Emissions
0.8 tonnes/year
18 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
93 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
2 Feb 2015
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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 £385 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B38 postcode district contains over 7600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£120,000
11 November 2016
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Warm air, mains gas
£357.0/yr
Save £42/yr
Hot Water
£182.0/yr
Save £101/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£31.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, with additional insulation
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Warm air, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hawkesley Church Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Ark Kings Academy
All-throughLast inspected: Feb 2022
West Heath Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Fairway Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
St Paul's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Wychall Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Cofton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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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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.