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9 Upavon Close

B35 6BJ

Birmingham

Current

D

68

Potential

D

68

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in Birmingham, B35 6BJ. The property offers 60m² (646 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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, 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 £1332, comprising £1046 for heating, £184 for hot water, and £102 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low 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 9 Upavon Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this Birmingham property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1332 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 60m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 B35 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
Average75
-9% below
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vs B35

This property68
Average66
+3% 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: £941/year more than the Birmingham average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

D(68 points)

Based on assessment dated 13 Mar 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

9 Upavon Close

B35 6BJ

Birmingham

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

60.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 68

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CO₂ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

245 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Mar 2023

rental

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About Birmingham

Birmingham is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in Birmingham have an average EPC rating of C (score 75/100). Heating costs are £655 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B35 postcode district contains over 3600 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

£1046/yr

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Hot Water

£184/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£102/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, partial insulation (assumed)

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

To unheated space, 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 all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Topcliffe Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB35 6BS

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

St Gerard's RC Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB35 6LB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Pegasus Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB35 6PR

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

Greenwood Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB35 7NL

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Chivenor Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB35 7JA

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Gunter Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB24 0RU

Last inspected: May 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Walmley Junior School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB76 1JB

Last inspected: Jan 2014

Outstanding

Walmley Infant School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayB76 1JB

Last inspected: Oct 2018

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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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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