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Energy Performance Certificate

8, Martineau Road

B33 0JB

BIRMINGHAM

Current

B

83

Potential

A

96

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B33 0JB. The property offers 70m² (753 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (96/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £327, comprising £201 for heating, £73 for hot water, and £53 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 8, Martineau Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £327 are approximately £1473 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.2 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 B33 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property83
Average60
+38% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property83
Average60
+38% better
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vs B33

This property83
Average59
+41% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £415/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(83 points)

Potential Rating

A(96 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Oct 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

8, Martineau Road

B33 0JB

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

70.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

83 / 100

Potential: 96

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CO₂ Emissions

1.2 tonnes/year

17 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

94 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Oct 2018

new dwelling

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £541 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B33 postcode district contains over 11400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£201.0/yr

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Hot Water

£73.0/yr

Save £28/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£53.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Tile Cross Academy

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayB33 9UF

Last inspected: Oct 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Our Lady's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB33 0AU
?Not yet rated

The Shirestone Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB33 0DH

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

Gossey Lane Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB33 0DS

Last inspected: Jan 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

John Henry Newman Catholic College

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayB37 5GA

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Grace Academy Solihull

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayB37 5JS

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Fordbridge Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB37 5BU
?Not yet rated

Lea Forest Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB33 9RD

Last inspected: Dec 2022

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: 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 Crime354 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

159 incidents (45%)

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Vehicle crime

39 incidents (11%)

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Criminal damage

37 incidents (10%)

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Public order

27 incidents (8%)

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Drugs

14 incidents (4%)

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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