Energy Performance Certificate
86 Lime Tree Road
B8 2XQ
BIRMINGHAM
Current
G
16
Potential
B
81
This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,049
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£758
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,249 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £3,291 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?
This terraced house is located in BIRMINGHAM, B8 2XQ. The property offers 77m² (829 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated G (16/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). 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. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £4049, comprising £3348 for heating, £647 for hot water, and £54 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2025 for £156,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 9 Aug 2025
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Single glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Good lighting efficiency
Property Information
Full Address
86 Lime Tree Road
B8 2XQ
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
77.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
2.2 tonnes/year
28 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
290 kWh/m²/year
G-Rated Properties in BIRMINGHAM
BIRMINGHAM properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (B8) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£3348 /yr
Save £2804/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£647 /yr
Save £489/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£54 /yr
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from G to B could add significant value.
£156,000
T
Sept 2025
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Leigh Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Highfield Junior and Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Rockwood Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Nansen Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Sladefield Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Birmingham East
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Shaw Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Ward End Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2012
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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