Energy Performance Certificate
60 Oak Croft
B37 5AU
BIRMINGHAM
Current
C
70
Potential
C
75
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B37 5AU. The property offers 99m² (1066 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), 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 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 £1287, comprising £861 for heating, £318 for hot water, and £108 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 60 Oak Croft Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1287 are approximately £513 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 99m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.9 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 B37 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B37
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £545/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 11 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
60 Oak Croft
B37 5AU
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
99.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 75
CO₂ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
165 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Oct 2025
rental
About BIRMINGHAM
BIRMINGHAM is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in BIRMINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). The B37 postcode district contains over 12600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£861.0/yr
Hot Water
£318.0/yr
Lighting
63.0% low energy
£108.0/yr
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Building Elements
Walls
System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Below average lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Fordbridge Community Primary School
PrimaryJohn Henry Newman Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Grace Academy Solihull
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2022
The Shirestone Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2014
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School
PrimarySt Anne's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryTile Cross Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
155 incidents (38%)
Criminal damage
63 incidents (15%)
Shoplifting
44 incidents (11%)
Vehicle crime
39 incidents (9%)
Public order
28 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.
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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.