Energy Performance Certificate
68 Brinklow Road
B29 5XP
BIRMINGHAM
Current
F
22
Potential
B
85
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£2,916
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,036
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,116 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,880 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B29 5XP. The property offers 66m² (710 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (22/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). 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 £2916, comprising £1987 for heating, £797 for hot water, and £132 for lighting. The property produces 6.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2025 for £140,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 9 Jun 2025
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Single glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
17.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 17% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
68 Brinklow Road
B29 5XP
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
66.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
6.3 tonnes/year
94 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
558 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in BIRMINGHAM
BIRMINGHAM properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (B29) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£1987 /yr
Save £1185/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£797 /yr
Save £644/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
17.0% low energy
£132 /yr
Save £51/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to B could add significant value.
£140,000
T
Apr 2025
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Paganel Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Jervoise School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Princethorpe Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Princethorpe Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Our Lady and St Rose of Lima Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Nonsuch Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
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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