Energy Performance Certificate
8 Chances Street
B16 0QB
BIRMINGHAM
Current
C
79
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B16 0QB. The property offers 130m² (1399 sq ft) of spacious living space with 1 habitable room. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1192, comprising £848 for heating, £200 for hot water, and £144 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 8 Chances Street Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1192 are approximately £608 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 130m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 B16 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B16
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £450/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 14 Sept 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
8 Chances Street
B16 0QB
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
130.0 m²
1.0 total rooms
1.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
3.0 tonnes/year
23 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
130 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
14 Sept 2024
rental
About BIRMINGHAM
BIRMINGHAM is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in BIRMINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The B16 postcode district contains over 13300 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£848/yr
Hot Water
£200/yr
Save £74/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£144/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated (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
Shireland Hall Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
George Dixon Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Cape Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
George Dixon Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Shireland Technology Primary School
PrimaryShireland Collegiate Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2013
City Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
309 incidents (47%)
Vehicle crime
60 incidents (9%)
Theft
46 incidents (7%)
Public order
45 incidents (7%)
Shoplifting
43 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.