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Apartment 18 Breedon Court, 2b, Lifford Lane

B30 3DY

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

80

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B30 3DY. The property offers 53.64m² (577 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £306, comprising £156 for heating, £95 for hot water, and £55 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Apartment 18 Breedon Court Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £306 are approximately £1494 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 53.64m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 B30 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property80
Average60
+33% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property80
Average60
+33% better
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vs B30

This property80
Average57
+40% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £436/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(80 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 20 Jun 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

Apartment 18 Breedon Court

2b, Lifford Lane

B30 3DY

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

53.64

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

80 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

42 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

239 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Jun 2011

rental (private)

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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 £586 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B30 postcode district contains over 10200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£156.0/yr

Save £14/yr

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Hot Water

£95.0/yr

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Lighting

43.0% low energy

£55.0/yr

Save £20/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 43% of fixed outlets

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Cotteridge Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayB30 2HT

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Allens Croft Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB14 6RP

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Stirchley Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB30 2JL

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Kings Norton Girls' School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB30 1HW

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Outstanding

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB30 1HN

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Broadmeadow Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB30 3QJ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

?Special Measures

Broadmeadow Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB30 3QJ

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Kings Norton Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB30 3EU
?Not yet rated

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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