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73, Gresham Road

B28 0HX

BIRMINGHAM

Current

D

68

Potential

C

70

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B28 0HX. The property offers 164.36m² (1769 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). 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 £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1048, comprising £764 for heating, £142 for hot water, and £142 for lighting. The property produces 5.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 73, Gresham Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1048 are approximately £752 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 164.36m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs B28

This property68
Average55
+24% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £306/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

C(70 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 29 Sept 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

73, Gresham Road

B28 0HX

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

164.36

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 70

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CO₂ Emissions

5.6 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

206 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Sept 2009

rental (private)

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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). 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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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£764/yr

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Hot Water

£142/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£142/yr

Save £57/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB28 9JJ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Hall Green Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB28 9AJ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Hall Green Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB28 0AR

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Robin Hood Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB28 9PP

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Chilcote Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB28 0PB

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

Hall Green School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB28 0AA

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB13 0EU

Last inspected: Sept 2014

Outstanding

Haslucks Green School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB90 2EJ

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Higher Crime259 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

103 incidents (40%)

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Vehicle crime

44 incidents (17%)

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Shoplifting

22 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

18 incidents (7%)

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Burglary

16 incidents (6%)

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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