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Energy Performance Certificate

8, Crabtree Close

B98 7JT

REDDITCH

Current

A

98

Potential

A

101

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in REDDITCH, B98 7JT. The property offers 87m² (936 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of A (98/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £458, comprising £245 for heating, £96 for hot water, and £117 for lighting.

How Does 8, Crabtree Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 98/100, this REDDITCH property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £458 are approximately £1342 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings.

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property98
Average60
+63% better
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vs REDDITCH

This property98
Average63
+56% better
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vs B98

This property98
Average61
+61% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 98/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £212/year less than the REDDITCH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(98 points)

Potential Rating

A(101 points)

Based on assessment dated 27 Mar 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

8, Crabtree Close

B98 7JT

REDDITCH

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

87.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

98 / 100

Potential: 101

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CO₂ Emissions

0.0 tonnes/year

0 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-4 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Mar 2013

FiT application

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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 £425 below the REDDITCH average, offering good value. The B98 postcode district contains over 14400 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the REDDITCH 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

£245.0/yr

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Hot Water

£96.0/yr

Save £28/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£117.0/yr

Save £47/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St George's CofE First School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB98 8LU
?Not yet rated

St Luke's CofE First School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB97 4NU

Last inspected: Jan 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayB98 8HB

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

St Thomas More Catholic First School

Primary
📍1 miles awayB98 7RY
?Not yet rated

St Stephen's CofE First School

Primary
📍1 miles awayB98 8HW
?Not yet rated

Woodrow First School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayB98 7UZ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Holyoakes Field First School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayB97 6HF
?Not yet rated

Arrow Vale High School

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayB98 0GF

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Outstanding

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: 440 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:440 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:176 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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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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