Energy Performance Certificate
7 Lechlade Close
B98 8RN
REDDITCH
Current
C
76
Potential
C
77
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in REDDITCH, B98 8RN. The property offers 132m² (1421 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1409, comprising £1074 for heating, £183 for hot water, and £152 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2025 for £427,500.
How Does 7 Lechlade Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this REDDITCH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1409 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 132m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 1.5 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 B98 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs REDDITCH
vs B98
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £739/year more than the REDDITCH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 8 Apr 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
7 Lechlade Close
B98 8RN
REDDITCH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
132.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 77
CO₂ Emissions
1.5 tonnes/year
12 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
63 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 Apr 2024
rental
About REDDITCH
REDDITCH is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in REDDITCH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £404 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B98 postcode district contains over 14400 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£427,500
18 March 2025
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1074.0/yr
Save £90/yr
Hot Water
£183.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£152.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 300 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
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Abbeywood First School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Moons Moat First School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Beoley First School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
St Stephen's CofE First School
PrimaryTrinity High School and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
St George's CofE First School and Nursery
PrimaryArrow Valley First School
PrimaryTenacres First School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 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: 478 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.