At a Glance
This semi-detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B28 0NF. The property offers 121mยฒ (1302 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs ยฃ8,000-ยฃ14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs ยฃ300-ยฃ500 and could save ยฃ150-ยฃ250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 ยฃ1280, comprising ยฃ1036 for heating, ยฃ91 for hot water, and ยฃ153 for lighting. The property produces 6.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ1280 are approximately ยฃ520 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. The 121mยฒ floor area is above the UK average of 87mยฒ.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the B28 postcode district.
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ538/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average
Current Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 Sept 2018
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Full Address
62, Dalbury Road
B28 0NF
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
121.0 mยฒ
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
59 / 100
Potential: 74
COโ Emissions
6.1 tonnes/year
50 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
286 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
12 Sept 2018
marketed sale
BIRMINGHAM is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in BIRMINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are ยฃ294 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B28 postcode district contains over 8700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BIRMINGHAM area.
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Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ1036/yr
Save ยฃ125/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ91/yr
Save ยฃ30/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
ยฃ153/yr
Save ยฃ77/yr
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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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.
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
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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The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
violent crime
97 incidents (37%)
Shoplifting
38 incidents (14%)
Vehicle crime
35 incidents (13%)
Criminal damage
23 incidents (9%)
Theft
12 incidents (5%)
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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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.